HA

3 SH A general introduction to the process of management and the application of administrative techniques to the healthcare sector.

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HA

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course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Introduction to the broad concepts of public health including the mission, core functions, structure, policy role, program activities, and collaborative endeavors of public health. Theoretical and practical perspectives are studied to illustrate contemporary strategies for health promotion and disease prevention at local, state, and national levels. The course also presents the cross-cutting areas of public health including communication, diversity and culture, and systems thinking. Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (NURS) The RN to BSN program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing in Education (CCNE) (http://www.AACN.NCHE.edu/CCNE-accreditation). This online RN to BSN program includes instructive and clinical experiences designed to expand the existing professional knowledge of North Carolina residents holding an associate in applied science degree in Nursing, associate degree in Nursing or diploma in Nursing from a hospital program and hold an RN license to practice nursing in North Carolina, a compact state. Compact states allow a nurse, licensed in one compact state to legally practice in another compact state Designed with the working RN in mind, Pfeiffer’s RN to BSN program operates within the framework, values and philosophy of its current BSN program, which prepares students for leadership roles in client care and management as well as to care for diverse populations within a community. A Bachelor of Science degree in nursing requires a total of 120 semester hours, which is composed of the 11 SH of pre- requisites and a major that is 52 SH. The 52 hours of courses are comprised of 26 semester hours of core courses and an

Subject

HA

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Electives: 50 SH of electives are required (includes 30 crs. in Gen Ed).

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Business communications in healthcare settings. Emphasis on medical terminology. Focus on professionalism in communicating with multiple stakeholders.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Overview of the various private and public sources of reimbursement in the United States including Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care organizations. Selected contracting, financial incentives and the effect on quality and cost containment are emphasized.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH An overview of various provider settings and services in long term care. Emphasis upon management of long term care facilities and the issues specific to the clients seeking those services. Reimbursement and regulation of long term care providers are addressed as well as topics of human resources, marketing, environmental and operational management.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3SH Fundamental theories of data management in the healthcare setting. Exploration of historical and current recordkeeping practices. Introduces the role of accrediting and regulatory agencies, facility and staff organization, health record, content, record management, and the transition to electronic patient record.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Overview of clinical and administrative information systems with a particular emphasis on systems integration. Processes necessary to comply with mandated reporting to regulatory agencies and financial organizations. Development of a technology security process.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Introduction to the fundamental concepts of healthcare financial management principles with an emphasis on the financial environment in which providers operate. Topics include analysis of financial statements and budgeting techniques; capital investment decisions; third party reimbursement; and cost allocation. Spreadsheet and quantitative skills essential to financial management are emphasized.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Examination of the role of information technology in supporting the mission and strategic operations of healthcare organizations. Exploration of information technology in advancing clinical outcomes, managing data, decision-making, facilitating operations flow, lowering costs, and increasing access. Information security and ethics are also addressed.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Development of systems, processes and structure for administrative and clinical operations. Development of compensation and benefit plans. Design of performance appraisal processes. Knowledge of pertinent employment laws and regulatory standards.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Detailed understanding of third party reimbursement processes. Focus on governmental and private sector cost containment arrangements. Processes and procedures to manage individual and corporate risk. Development of risk management plans. Implementation of compliance programs for federal and state laws and regulations.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH (WI) Role of ethics and law in the management of healthcare services. Examines self-exploration in ethical based, principle based, values based, economic based and legal based decision making. Emphasis is placed on strategies to provide appropriate services while avoiding potential litigation.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Exploration of the functions and roles of EHRs in ensuring quality of care and evidence-based practice including: meaningful use of EHR systems and healthcare data; implementation of EHRs in clinical practice workflows; and the assessment of outcomes in healthcare delivery settings. Emphasis upon EHR software that enhance quality and data management of patient information for organizations.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH An overview of leadership perspectives and strategies as they apply to healthcare organizations. Emphasizes essential healthcare leadership competencies by focusing on communication, collaboration, change management, and conflict resolution. Provides opportunity for discovery of one’s own leadership abilities using a competency model.

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HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Introduction to issues and solutions associated with managing information technology projects. Explores contemporary project management solutions that integrate and facilitate communication of software/systems and between multi/site and multi-client facilities projects. Addresses the effect of rapid technological obsolescence on project justification, funding and continuance.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH An overview of leadership perspectives and strategies as they apply to healthcare organizations. Emphasizes essential healthcare leadership competencies by focusing on communication, collaboration, change management, and conflict resolution. Provides opportunity for discovery of one’s own leadership abilities using a competency model.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH (WI) This integrative course incorporates the knowledge and skills acquired in previous course- work in order to formulate and implement management policies and strategies. Focus upon competitive marketing strategies to gain competitive advantage. Special emphasis placed on the manager’s capacity to manage cost management with quality management. Students will individually or collectively as a team, analyze a strategic case study as a final project. This course will be offered in a 12 week format. Prerequisite: Senior status.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH

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HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Development of quality management systems. Focus on programming for credentialing and licensure. Internal processes and systems for maintaining practice performance standards, patient satisfaction, and peer review processes.

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HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Two courses related to long term care, healthcare disabilities or aging.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Students enrolled in other undergraduate programs at Pfeiffer may also enroll in these courses with special permission. Those interested in enrolling are advised to contact the Department Chairperson to discuss potential career paths. Certificate in Healthcare Informatics Management (CIDM) The explosive advances in information technology combined with the current shifts in health care delivery have created the need for skilled individuals who can understand, create, and manage medical information systems in health care systems. Health care organizations at various levels are transitioning into the new electronic era by implementing and adopting electronic health record systems. New job roles will be needed for this transition, and some current job roles will inevitably become obsolete due to the change. In addition to training new personnel to fill these new roles, the focus will be on equipping the current healthcare workforce with knowledge and skills in health information technology and health informatics that will support their work and improve quality of care (Zeng, 2016). To address this need, the Department of Health Administration proposes the creation of an online undergraduate Certificate in Healthcare Informatics Management. This certificate will provide the technical knowledge and interpersonal skill set that employer deem essential to facilitate the operation of health care systems by focusing on decision making in healthcare. Certificate in Healthcare Informatics Management A stand-alone certificate option is available in Healthcare Informatics Management. All individuals interested in this certificate must contact the Health Administration Program Director for more information before enrolling in this program. Fifteen semester hours are required to earn this certificate:

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HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

Concentration in Long Term Care Management: The Long Term Care Management (LTC) concentration is designed to prepare individuals for a variety of positions in the field of long term care. This concentration option provides a foundation of knowledge essential for understanding the role of long term care in the United States. It encompasses content necessary for licensure examinations of both the National Association of Boards of Examiners of Long-Term Care Administrators and the North Carolina Board of Nursing Home Examiners. Students enrolled in the undergraduate Health Administration Program who elect to pursue the long term care management concentration must successfully complete the specified required Core Courses (39 semester hours) for the Health Administration degree. In addition, they must also successfully complete five (5) concentration requirement courses. Concentration Requirements in Long Term Care Management (15 SH):

Subject

HA

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course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu

3 SH Formal Courses on topics or special interest subjects presented periodically as required. A specific title will be used in each instance, and such will be entered on the student’s transcript. Subject areas include, but are not limited to: chronic disease management, administrative ethics in healthcare and managerial epidemiology.

Subject

HA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

www.pfeiffer.edu