1. Apply principles of prioritization when evaluating nursing care in complex situations

1.1. Base prioritization on patient acuity
1.2. Use principles of time management to organize work
1.3. Analyze effectiveness of time management strategies
1.4. Use critical thinking to prioritize the nursing care for patients
1.5. Apply a framework for prioritization (e.g., Maslow, ABC)

2. Apply principles of delegation and supervision when evaluating nursing care

2.1. Explain principles of delegation
2.2. Incorporate criteria for delegation
2.3. Apply effective communication skills when delegating care
2.4. Cite specific barriers to delegation
2.5. Evaluate practice of other healthcare providers the RN is supervising

3. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to plan care

3.1. Explore community resources to maximize patient function
3.2. Describe nursing collaboration to coordinate healthcare services
3.3. Describe collegial and professional team practice
3.4. Identify team members and their contributions to patient outcomes

4. Examine the impact of economics on health care

4.1. Summarize requirements of funding and reimbursement
4.2. Explore political, social, and demographic effects on healthcare delivery
4.3. Analyze the link between economics and quality
4.4. Describe nursing strategies for cost-effective care
4.5. Examine economic pressures on case and resource management
4.6. Describe the impact of evidence-based practice on economics and outcomes

5. Compare mechanisms of achieving quality patient care through evidence-based practice

5.1. Examine the role of utilization review and quality improvement
5.2. Describe the role of research in quality patient care
5.3. Examine the agency accreditation process
5.4. Explain quality patient care based on nursing standards
5.5. Examine roles of institutions in setting quality nursing standards
5.6. Analyze how informatics systems promote quality and safety
5.7. Examine the nurse's role in quality improvement

6. Analyze ethical dilemmas in health care

6.1. Compare and contrast theories of ethical decision-making
6.2. Examine resources to resolve ethical dilemmas
6.3. Examine competent practice in legal/ethical/regulatory contexts
6.4. Defend or rationalize a course of action
6.5. Apply the ANA Code of Ethics
6.6. Analyze cultural impact on ethical decisions
6.7. Identify advocacy as a nursing role in ethical dilemmas

7. Analyze legal implications of nursing practice in healthcare

7.1. Examine competent practice within the legal/regulatory framework
7.2. Analyze legal dilemmas using professional standards
7.3. Examine negligence and malpractice in nursing
7.4. Operate within the Nurse Practice Act
7.5. Examine the nurse's role in illegal/unsafe practice scenarios

8. Prepare for the RN role

8.1. Develop a professional resume or portfolio
8.2. Identify steps for NCLEX-RN preparation
8.3. Identify credentialing steps
8.4. Identify strategies for successful interviews
8.5. Set goals for lifelong learning and professional development

9. Advocate for the nursing profession through political action and professional organizations

9.1. Evaluate health policy implications for patients and nurses
9.2. Explore the role of professional nursing organizations
9.3. Discuss legislative influences on nursing and healthcare
9.4. Examine union and collective bargaining positions
9.5. Compare workplace advocacy models (e.g., QSEN, Magnet)

10. Manage a nursing team

10.1. Compare roles of leader vs. manager
10.2. Examine roles of nursing team members
10.3. Identify steps and tasks in the management process
10.4. Describe the RN's role as leader and change agent
10.5. Evaluate effects of power, empowerment, and motivation