*Registration payment includes Credit Cards and Interfund Transfers ONLY.
Any nurse leader, including nurse executives, directors, managers, or charge nurses
This course will review core material evaluated by any of the various basic and advanced nurse management certification examinations such as Nurse Executive, Nurse Management, and Nurse Leader certifications. It covers such topics as leadership effectiveness, operational structures, strategic planning, policy, and professional models of practice.
Learning Outcome
Participants will self assess a gain in knowledge and confidence from this course to assist with studying for the Nurse Executive Certification exam.
About the Speaker
Megan O'Connor, DNP, RN, NE-BC
Dr. Megan O’Connor has 20 years of experience in medical-surgical, critical care, and logistics nursing. She is a seasoned nurse leader, having held nursing management positions in medicine, psychiatry, observation and logistics. Currently, Megan holds the position of Director of the Patient Logistics Center with UNC Health Care, where she has administrative responsibility for internal and external patient movement. Dr. O’Connor received her BSN, MSN and DNP from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, as well Bachelor Degrees in Biology and Psychology. She currently serves as adjunct faculty for Chamberlain University and Capella University. Primary areas of interest that have resulted in publication or presentation include communication, interdisciplinary teamwork, organizational culture, and gaming.
Schedule
Day 1: Thursday, October 10, 2024
Topics Covered: Preparing for Board Certification as a Nurse Executive; The Art and Science of Nursing Leadership; The Current Healthcare Landscape; Leadership and Management; and The Business of Healthcare.
Day 2: Friday, October 11, 2024
Topics Covered: The Business of Healthcare (cont.); Innovation and Technology; Legal, Regulatory, Political, and Ethical Issues; Program Evaluation and Research; and Validating Excellent: The Pursuit of International Designations and Awards.
CE
13.0 Nursing Contact Hours
South Piedmont Area Health Education Center is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the North Carolina Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Live Webinar Information
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