NUR-7069 Professional Identity Development for Nurse Practitioners Abbreviation – Professional Identity Development for NP
This course focuses on the development of leadership skills and professional identity for the nurse practitioner. Students will learn to advocate for diverse populations, promote a culture of civility, and lead interprofessional initiatives that align with the ethical standards of the nursing profession. Strategies will be explored to ensure care reflects moral, legal, and humanistic principles, evaluate structural influences on nursing practice, and foster environments conducive to quality care and health equity. Key topics include addressing ethical dilemmas, fostering therapeutic relationships, self-care management, interprofessional collaborative practice, and modeling professional accountability.