NSG 558: Paradigms & Persp Adv Prac Nsg

Analysis of the advanced practice role with emphasis on the knowledge of the discipline and the skills necessary to enact the role of the advanced practice nurse. Students become acculturated to the advanced art and science of nursing which enables them to identify their practice paradigm, work within a variety of practice theories, and communicate within the language of the discipline. This course serves to introduce students to the graduate program in nursing and helps students identify their chosen program of study.