NURS 760 Population-Based Care Coordination Capstone

Provides an opportunity for students in the Population-Based Care Coordination concentration to apply population health and care coordination concepts in a selected health care delivery environment during a 135 hour practicum experience. Students will complete a capstone project relevant to the role of the nurse working in a population-based care coordination position. This course emphasizes: analyzing concepts of population health and care coordination; demonstrating competencies needed to coordinate care in healthcare settings effectively; evaluating patient-focused and organizational outcomes; and examining the impact of regulatory, ethical, and legal issues in the practice setting. The course includes an on-campus residency requirement.