College of Nursing
Spring, 2015
Course Title:
Nursing Administration
Credits:
3 credits
Prerequisites:
Graduate student
Faculty:
Name: Julie Darmody, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC
Email address: darmodyj@uwm.edu
Office: Cunningham 629
Office phone number: 414-229-5558
Office hours: By appointment
Cell phone number: 920-948-4454
E-mail communication is preferred and messages will be answered within 48 hours. Students with
concerns or issues related to the course are encouraged to e-mail and arrange an individual appointment
to meet in person or by phone.
Program Director:
Name: Julie Darmody, DNP Program Director
Email address and phone numbers as above
Associate Dean:
Name: Kim Litwack, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
E-mail address: litwack@uwm.edu
Office phone: 414-229-5098
Class meeting times and location:
This course will be taught completely online from 1/26/15 through 5/7/15. Internet access is required
for course participation. The Desire 2 Learn (D2L) course website will be activated one week prior to
the beginning of the semester and is available at: http://d2l.uwm.edu/
Technology assistance can be obtained by phone at 414-229-4040 or online at GetTechHelp.uwm.edu
Catalog Description:
Relevant topics grounded in research and theory that are related to professional development of nursing
leadership and management roles in health care organizations.
Course Description:
At the completion of this course the graduate student will be able to utilize theories and concepts that are
applicable to a broad range of topics related to the professional nurse in an administrator/manager role.
Nursing managerial role development and role functions related to planning, organizing, directing,
human resources management, and leading will be emphasized. Additional topics pertinent to the
administrator/managerial role will include organizational research, health care policy, health care
financing, ethics, human diversity and social issues, and critical issues in contemporary nursing practice.
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Course Objectives:
1. Integrate scientific principles, theories, research, and concepts related to the professional nurse in
an administrator/manager role.
2. Integrate legal and ethical principles and apply advanced analytic, problem-solving and
communication skills to the administrator/managerial role.
3. Analyze and apply the different theories and conceptual frameworks that relate to the
administrator/manager role.
4. Develop and articulate a vision for nursing practice, team building, and human resource use in
the context of complex health care delivery systems.
5. Integrate management skills that promote sound decision-making with regards to fiscal and
human resource management.
Textbooks and Readings:
Required Textbooks:
American Nurses Association. (2009). Nursing Administration: Scope and Standards of Practice.
Silver Spring, MD: Nursesbooks.org
Dunham-Taylor, J & Pinczuk, JZ. (2015). Financial Management for Nurse Managers, 3rd ed.
Massachusetts: Jones & Bartlett.
Recommended Textbooks:
Kouzes, J., & Posner, B. (2012). The leadership challenge. (5th Ed.) San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.
Porter-O’Grady, T & Malloch, K. (2015). Quantum Leadership: Building Better Partnerships for
Sustainable Health, 4th ed. Massachusetts: Jones & Bartlett.
Roussel, L. (2013). Management and Leadership for Nurse Administrators, 6th ed. Massachusetts:
Jones & Bartlett.
Sherwood, G & Barnsteiner, J. (2012). Quality and Safety in Nursing: A Competency Approach to
Improving Outcomes. UK: Wiley-Blackwell.
Readings:
American Organization of Nurse Executives. (2011). AONE Nurse Executive Competencies.
Available at: http://www.aone.org/resources/leadership%20tools/nursecomp.shtml
Additional required or recommended readings including article pdfs or web links will be posted on the
Nursing 770 D2L Course Website available at: http://d2l.uwm.edu/
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Assignments and Evaluation:
1. Evaluation/Grading
The following are the components of your grade in this course:
Component
Discussion Participation (2.5% per week for 12 weeks)
See content outline for specific due dates
Quizzes (3 quizzes at 10% each)
Due Dates % of grade
Weeks 1-3 & 5-13 30%
Quiz #1 due 3/8
Quiz #2 due 4/12
Quiz #3 due 5/7
Due 2/22
Due 5/7
30%
Reflection Paper: What Does the Patient Want and Value?
10%
Evidence Based Analysis Paper: Creating a Value Based
30%
Environment
Total
100%
NOTE: No final exam will be given for this class. The Evidence-Based Analysis Paper serves as a final
assessment of student learning and synthesis of course content.
2. Description of assignments
Discussion Participation (Course Objectives 1-5)
Discussions will provide opportunity for student to student and student to instructor interaction
and engagement with the course content on nursing administration.
Discussion participation will count 30% towards the final grade (2.5% X 12 weeks = 30%).
Online asynchronous discussions in D2L are required for Weeks 1-3 and Weeks 5-13. No online
discussion will be required in Weeks 4 and 14.
Discussion participation is evaluated based on:
-Timeliness (3 points)
-Quality/character (3.5 points)
-Quantity (3.5 points)
Total = 10 points per week
Weekly discussions will follow this schedule:
-Discussion topic opens on or before 12:01AM Monday
-Initial comments are due by 11:59PM Thursday
-Responses to classmates are due by 11:59 PM on Sunday.
Minimum participation includes an initial comment and at least 3 responses to classmates. Use
the subject heading “Initial Comment” in your initial posting. Use the subject heading
“Response” for your responses to classmate postings. Initial comments should be no more than
350 words and responses should be no more than 200 words. Scholarly contributions to
discussion are expected. Brief response postings such as “I agree” or “Good comment” do not
contribute to the discussion and will not earn points.
The following rubric will be used by the instructor to assign points for discussion participation.
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Discussion Evaluation Rubric (10 points possible)
Evaluation Criteria
Timeliness
Part 1: Initial
Comment
100%
50%
20%
0%
(1.5 points)
Posted initial comment
on time
(0.750 points)
Posted initial
comment within
1-24 hours (1day) late
(0.300 points)
Posted initial
comment within
25-48 hours (2 days)
late
(0 points)
No initial
comment posted
within 48 hours (2
days) after the due
date
Part 2: Responses to
Others
(1.5 points)
Posted responses to
others on time
(0.750 points)
Posted responses to
others within 1-24
hours (1 day) late
(0.300 points)
Posted responses to
others within 25-48
hours (2 days) late
(0 points)
No responses to
others posted
within 48 hours (2
days) after the due
date
(1.750 points)
Character of initial
comment demonstrated
maximal analysis,
critique, synthesis, and
integration of concepts
from readings and
application to the
discussion questions.
(0.875 points)
Character of initial
comment
demonstrated
moderate integration
of concepts from
readings; however, it
did not demonstrate
adequate analysis,
critique, or synthesis.
(0.350 points)
Character of initial
comment was limited
and superficial. Did
not demonstrate
integration of
concepts from
readings and/or
contributed
minimally to the
development of
scholarly discussion.
(0 points)
No initial
comment posted
within 48 hours (2
days) after the due
date.
Initial comment was
supported by evidence
(at least two scholarly
resources).
Initial comment was
supported by only one
scholarly resource.
No scholarly
resources were
evidenced in the
initial comment.
(1.750 points)
Character of responses
to other students
demonstrated maximal
advancement of
concepts, pointed out
strengths/weaknesses
of arguments, and
demonstrated positive
interaction.
(0.875)
Character of responses
to other students
demonstrated
moderate
advancement of
concepts, pointed out
strengths/weaknesses
of arguments, and
demonstrated positive
interaction.
(0.350 points)
Character of
responses to other
students
demonstrated
minimal
advancement of
concepts, pointed out
strengths/weaknesses
of arguments, and
demonstrated
positive interaction.
All three responses to
others were supported
by evidence (at least
one scholarly resource
per posting).
Two of the three
responses to others
were supported by
evidence (at least one
scholarly resource per
posting.
One of the three
responses to others
was supported by
evidence (at least one
scholarly resource
per posting)
Quality/character
Part 1: Initial
Comment
Part 2: Responses to
Others
4
(0 points)
No response to
others posted
within 48 hours (2
days) after the due
date.
Quantity
(3.500 points)
Met minimum number
of postings (one initial
comment and three
responses to others)
(1.750 points)
Less than minimum
number of postings
(one initial comment
and only one to two
quality responses to
others).
(0.700 points)
Posted initial
comment, however,
no quality responses
to others.
(0 points)
No initial
comment/response
to others posted
within 48 hours (2
days after the due
date.
Discussion Rubric adapted from:
Wright, TL., Scherb, CA, & Forsyth, DM. (2011). A Rubric for Evaluating Online Discussion
Contributions of Graduate Nursing Students. Clinical Scholars Review, 4(1), p.5-14.
Quizzes (Course Objectives 1-5)
Three quizzes will be taken online in D2L during the semester and will count 10% each for a
total of 30% of the final course grade. Questions will be based on the course content and
readings and each quiz will cover 4 to 5 weeks of content. Each quiz will be available for one
week in D2L. Working together on a quiz or sharing quiz content is considered academic
misconduct. There will be no final exam in this course.
Reflection Paper: What Does the Patient Want and Value? (Course Objective 1 & 4)
The reflection paper on “What Does the Patient Want and Value?” counts 10% towards the final
grade for the course. Determining what the patient/client/resident wants and values is a
foundation for achieving health care that is safe, high quality, and cost effective. The purpose of
this paper is to encourage you to reframe your thinking to the patient’s perspective. For further
information, see Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk (2015), Ch 4, p.168-170 and p.187-193. For this
reflection paper, choose a specific patient condition, illness, or problem and consider the
patient’s perspective. Reflect on your previous observations and experience with patients who
have this specific condition, illness, or problem.
Reflection Paper Evaluation Criteria: What Does the Patient Want and Value?
Evaluation Criteria
Introduction
-Background and significance related to the patient condition or problem
-Describe issues related to safety, quality, and cost for patients with this condition or
problem
Patient Perspective
-Reflect on your own clinical observations and explore the literature for information that
provides the patient perspective on this condition or problem (i.e. wants, needs, values,
issues in self management)
Recommendations
-What strategies can be used by nurse managers or administrators to give patients with this
condition or problem what they want and value? Explain the potential effect on safety,
quality, and cost of implementing these strategies for patients with this condition or
problem.
Follow APA Guidelines with appropriate grammar, spelling, punctuation, and citations.
Length: 6-8 pages
Total
5
Points
5
10
10
5
30
Evidence Based Analysis Paper: Creating a Value Based Environment (Course Objectives 1-5)
The Evidence-Based Analysis Paper “Creating a Value Based Environment” counts 30%
towards the final course grade. In a value based environment, nurse managers and administrators
need to examine current practices, search for the current best evidence, and implement the
evidence to promote safe, quality, and cost effective care. For this paper, students will identify a
challenging patient safety or quality issue for nurse managers or administrators. For further
information about safety and quality issues, see Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk (2015), Ch 4.
Evidence Based Analysis Paper Evaluation Criteria: Creating a Value Based Environment
Evaluation Criteria
Points
Introduction
30
-Identify a challenging safety or quality issue for nurse managers/administrators
-Describe background on the issue including clinical and fiscal outcomes for patients
-Explain the significance to nursing practice
Review of Literature
30
-Search for current evidence on interventions and strategies that nurse
managers/administrators can implement to address the safety or quality issue
-Use an evidence table to summarize the strength and quality of the evidence
Conclusion and Recommendations
30
-Synthesize the findings and recommend current best practice for nurse
managers/administrators to address the safety or quality issue
-Identify clinical and fiscal outcomes that can be used to measure improvement
-Describe gaps and areas for further research
Follow APA Guidelines with appropriate grammar, spelling, punctuation, and citations.
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Length: 12-15 pages
Total
100
3. Policy on Late Work: Point deductions for late discussion posts will be taken as indicated in
the Discussion Rubric. Quizzes taken after the due date will require prior approval from the
instructor to re-open the quiz and a 10% deduction of points may be given. Unless prior
approval is obtained from the instructor, papers submitted late will receive a 10% deduction of
points.
3. Time Commitment:
The suggested minimum time commitment recommended for successful completion of this
course is outlined below. Please keep in mind that additional time may be required for mastery of
complex concepts and plan for additional study time accordingly.
Estimated time commitment for this class includes:
Reviewing Course Content in D2L: 3 hours/week Total: minimum 45 hours
Weekly Discussion Participation: 2 hours/week Total: minimum 30 hours
Quiz preparation and taking online quizzes: 2 hours/week Total: minimum 30 hours
Research and Writing papers: 2 hours/week Total: minimum 30 hours
In summary, you should expect to dedicate at least 9 hours per week to this course (135 hours
across the entire semester). Keep in mind that this is a minimum time commitment and more
time might be required to prepare effectively for quizzes, participate in discussions, and
complete other course assignments.
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Grading Scale:
95-100
A
87-90
B
79-82
C
72-74
D
93-94
A-
85-86
B-
77-78
C-
70-71
D-
91-92
B+
83-84
C+
75-76
D+
00-69
F
Progression: Students must earn a grade of B- or above in all required nursing theory courses as the
minimum acceptable level of performance for progression in a graduate level program. See the College
of Nursing DNP Student Handbook for further information:
http://www4.uwm.edu/nursing/academics/upload/HANDBOOK-DNP-2014-2015-docx.pdf
4. Course Attendance Policy: Face to face attendance is not required in this online course.
Students are responsible for maintaining consistent participation in the course within the D2L
course website including reviewing weekly content, participating in discussions, taking quizzes,
and submitting papers in a timely manner.
5. Course Expectations:
-Check your UWM email account and D2L regularly for updates and important communications.
-Identify and discuss academic problems with course faculty as early as possible so appropriate
assistance can be implemented.
-Demonstrate appropriate behaviors within the online environment:
 Actively contribute to discussions of course content.
 Engage in respectful dialogue in discussions with classmates and faculty.
 Give thoughtful feedback and encouragement to classmates.
 Ask questions and seek information as needed from classmates and/or faculty.
Week
Date
1
1/26/15
Topic
Content Outline and Assigned Readings
Assigned Readings
Course Introduction & Overview
Nurse Administration Scope of
Practice
Nurse Executive Competencies
ANA Nsg Adm Scope &
Standards of Practice p.1-46
2
2/2/15
AONE Nurse Executive
Competencies, p.1-11
The Leadership Journey as Foundation Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 1 & 2
3
2/9/15
Organizations: Chaos, Complexity, &
Value-Based Environments
Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 3
4
2/16/15
Value-Based Service to Patients:
What Does the Patient Want & Value?
Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 4, p.187-193
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Due Dates
Discussion
Initial due 1/29
Responses due 2/1
Discussion
Initial due 2/5
Responses due 2/8
Discussion
Initial due 2/12
Responses due 2/15
Reflection Paper:
What Does the
Patient Want &
Value? due 2/22
Week
Date
5
2/23/15
6
3/2/15
Topic
Assigned Readings
Due Dates
Value-Based Service to Patients:
Safety, Quality, & Cost-Effectiveness
Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 4 & 5
Evidence-Based Workforce
Management: Staffing Effectiveness
Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 6
Discussion
Initial due 2/26
Responses due 3/1
Discussion
Initial due 3/5
Responses due 3/8
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3/9/15
Ethical Issues in Nursing
Administration
Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 7
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3/23/15
Spring Break March 15-22
Legal Issues in Nursing
Administration
Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 8
9
3/30/15
Health Care Economics
Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 9, 10, & 11
10
4/6/15
Budget Principles: Concepts, Process,
and Development
Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 12 & 13
11
4/13/15
Budget Principles: Variances,
Reimbursements, and Costs
Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 14 & 15
12
4/20/14
Strategic Management and Financial
Strategies
Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 16, 17, & 18
13
4/27/15
Financial Accounting and Analysis
Dunham-Taylor & Pinczuk,
Ch 19 & 20
14
5/4/15
Course & Teaching Evaluations
Quiz #1 on Wk 1-5
open 3/2 to 3/8
Discussion
Initial due 3/12
Responses due 3/15
Discussion
Initial due 3/26
Responses due 3/29
Discussion
Initial due 4/2
Responses due 4/5
Discussion
Initial due 4/9
Responses due 4/12
Quiz #2 on Wk 6-9
Open 4/6 to 4/12
Discussion
Initial due 4/16
Responses due 4/19
Discussion
Initial due 4/23
Responses due 4/26
Discussion
Initial due 4/30
Responses due 5/3
Quiz #3 on Wk 1013 open 5/4 to 5/7
Evidence-Based
Analysis Paper:
Creating a ValueBased Environment
due 5/7
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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Students are expected to demonstrate academic integrity in all course activities. Academic integrity
requires honesty concerning all aspects of academic work including:



Correct procedures for citing sources of information, words, and ideas
Ways to properly credit collaborative work with project team or study group members
Strategies for planning and preparing for examinations, papers, projects and presentations.
Students are encouraged to consult with faculty regarding any questions about appropriate behaviors to
maintain academic integrity. Any violation of academic integrity will result in a zero on the assignment and
may result in additional sanctions consistent with university policy.
See UWM policies at: http://www4.uwm.edu/acad_aff/policy/academicmisconduct.cfm
UNIVERSITY POLICIES:
The UWM policies that govern this course can be found at:
http://www.uwm.edu/Dept/SecU/SyllabusLinks.pdf
Additionally, please note the following:
1. Inclement weather: UWM student should contact the University at 229-4444 (UW- Parkside,
262-595-2345) or check the appropriate website to ascertain the status of class cancellation due
to inclement weather. Even when classes are canceled, University offices and services remain
available, unless the entire University is closed by the Governor. http://www4.uwm.edu or
http://www.uwp.edu
2. Safety: Safety techniques and strategies are described in College of Nursing Student Handbooks
for undergraduate and graduate students distributed to all nursing students upon entering the
program. Copies are available in the Office of Student Affairs. Information about UWM campus
safety is found at http://www4.uwm.edu/current_students/student_services/safety.cfm
3. Technology and Social media: See student handbook
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