Capstone Syllabus

The Capstone Syllabus & Competencies

Students will receive the Capstone course syllabus and are responsible for its contents. Please read this sample course syllabus to understand what is expected of the student. Read a copy of the student's current syllabus for complete accuracy.

Capstone Course Competencies

Upon the successful conclusion of the Capstone course, the student will be:

1. A critical thinker who demonstrates intellectual engagement and uses evidence as a basis for clinical reasoning and decision-making.
2. A culturally sensitive individual who provides holistic individual, family, community, and population-centered nursing care.
3. A knowledgeable care coordinator who facilitates access to resources across the continuum of healthcare environments in order to meet the evolving healthcare needs of individuals, families, communities, and populations.
4. An individual who understands and considers the impact of healthcare policy, finance, and regulatory environments on care delivery.
5. An individual who embodies the professional identity of the nurse and who translates the inherent values of the nursing profession into the ethical and legal practice of nursing.
6. An effective communicator who collaborates with interprofessional team members, patients, and support systems for improved health outcomes.
7. A competent care provider who is prepared to practice to the full capacity of the professional nurse role in diverse health care environments.
8. An accountable leader and manager who applies principles of systems and organizational processes and balances resources to promote quality care and patient safety.
9. An individual who embraces and employs innovations in information management and technology in the delivery of quality patient care.

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