Module 1 - Nursing Leadership I
The modules were created for those seeking to prepare for the CNL Certification Examination, practicing CNLs renewing certification through continuing education units (CEUs), and others seeking nursing continuing professional development opportunities.
Implementation of the CNL Role [1 CE]
Author: Elizabeth Davis, DNP, RN, CNL, RN-C-MNN
Reviewer-Subject Matter Expert: Patricia Thomas, PhD, ACNS-BC, RN, CNL, FAAN
Learner Outcomes:
1) Recognize the evidence that supports the CNL role.
2) Explain the role of the CNL in value-driven healthcare systems.
3) Identify barriers to change in practice and theory.
4) Examine the CNL role within a variety of practice settings.
5) Communicate the impact of the CNL role on practice outcomes.
Patient Assessment [2 CEs]
Author: Mary E. Stachowiak, DNP, RN, CNL
Reviewer-Subject Matter Expert: Kimberly Olszewski, DNP, CRNP, COHN-S/CM, FAAOHN, FAAN
Learner Outcomes:
1) Review the components of an advanced holistic history and physical examination.
2) Identify the components of an advanced clinical assessment, including laboratory and diagnostic tests as part of a client’s plan of care.
3) Examine key components of pharmacology used by an advanced nursing clinician.
4) Apply clinical judgment and decision-making skills in the delivery of client-focused care.
Ethics [1 CE]
Author: Elizabeth Davis, DNP, RN, CNL, RN-C
Reviewer-Subject Matter Expert: Sarah Vittone, DBe, MSN, RN
Learner Outcomes:
1) Describe common legal and ethical principles in nursing practice.
2) Apply an ethical decision-making framework to clinical situations.
3) Analyze the role of the CNL in healthcare delivery addressing healthcare trends, social justice, and disparities.
The modules were created for those seeking to prepare for the CNL Certification Examination, practicing CNLs renewing certification through continuing education units (CEUs), and others seeking nursing continuing professional development opportunities.
Implementation of the CNL Role
Author: Elizabeth Davis, DNP, RN, CNL, RN-C-MNN
Reviewer-Subject Matter Expert:
Patricia Thomas, PhD, ACNS-BC, RN, CNL, FAAN
Learner Outcomes:
1) Recognize the evidence that supports the CNL role.
2) Explain the role of the CNL in value-driven healthcare systems.
3) Identify barriers to change in practice and theory.
4) Examine the CNL role within a variety of practice settings.
5) Communicate the impact of the CNL role on practice outcomes.
Patient Assessment
Author: Mary E. Stachowiak, DNP, RN, CNL
Reviewer-Subject Matter Expert:
Kimberly Olszewski, DNP, CRNP, COHN-S/CM, FAAOHN, FAAN
Learner Outcomes: 1) Review the components of an advanced holistic history and physical examination.
2) Identify the components of an advanced clinical assessment, including laboratory and diagnostic tests as part of a client’s plan of care.
3) Examine key components of pharmacology used by an advanced nursing clinician.
4) Apply clinical judgment and decision-making skills in the delivery of client-focused care.
Ethics
Author: Elizabeth Davis, DNP, RN, CNL, RN-C
Reviewer-Subject Matter Expert:
Sarah Vittone, DBe, MSN, RN
Learner Outcomes:
1) Describe common legal and ethical principles in nursing practice.
2) Apply an ethical decision-making framework to clinical situations.
3) Analyze the role of the CNL in healthcare delivery addressing healthcare trends, social justice, and disparities.
Pricing and CE Credit
All audiences will be required to pay a $80 module fee.
Continuing Education Units
AACN is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Eligible attendees may receive up to 4 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) for participating in the self-paced CNL certification review modules course.