NURS 6310 DNP Practicum for CNS Practice III: Strategic Planning in Healthcare
In this clinical course, students demonstrate knowledge of strategic planning in healthcare and strategic level assessments of policy and practice that support the Military Health System (MHS) Quadruple Aim, improve patient outcomes, and guide change support of high-reliability organizations. Students will examine and analyze strategic planning processes and issues, emphasizing strategic decision-making, planning, and implementation in healthcare settings. This course supports students in developing an evidence-based framework to implement quality systems and execute strategic-level organizational strategies. Quality management tools will be examined and blended with strategic planning tools (e.g., dashboards, corporate metrics, and audit tools) to ensure the integration of organizational strategy and continuous process improvement programs.