This course will focus on integrating leadership theories and styles and applying them to collaborative, interdisciplinary anesthesia practice. The business of anesthesia will be examined with an emphasis on management of anesthesia resources. Prerequisite: NRAN806 Professional Practice I.
The student will:
- Assimilate leadership theories and models into an effective leadership style utilizing self-identified qualities.
- Utilize leadership strategies to advance the nurse anesthesia profession and influence public opinion and health policy.
- Analyze the purpose, process, and implementation of institutional policy change.
- Examine fiscal leadership qualities essential to the chief CRNA and anesthesia department manager.
- Analyze clinical leadership principles to promote patient safety and cost effective care.
Prerequisite Courses