NUR 630 - Theoretical Foundations of Population Health

Credit(s): 3

In a transforming healthcare system, this course examines the theoretical foundations of population health management as a specialty for advanced nursing and interprofessional practice. Focusing on health promotion and disease prevention, concepts and models of healthcare distribution are explored. Case management, care transitions and coordination in a variety of health care settings are examined for their effects on public health policy, costs and quality of health care. Emphasis is placed on the planning of a special project for a case management program that is completed in the capstone course.