NUR5202 Nursing informatics

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of how specific software application (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation and statistics) may be applied to nursing practice, education, administration and research;

2. 2

   Describe the role of database, communication and network technology in the development, implementation and utilisation of information systems;

3. 3

   Evaluate current trends in communication and network technology and their impact on Health Information Systems;

4. 4

   Analyse and evaluate a number of information sources such as CD-ROM databases and websites related to nursing knowledge in general and specifically to Nursing Informatics;

5. 5

   Demonstrate an ability to competently utilise communication applications such as email, newsgroups, intranet and Internet audio/video technology and evaluate their benefits to health care;

6. 6

   Outline the role of various computer architectures in the provision of Information Systems;

7. 7

   Analyse a number of networking structures and topographies;

8. 8

   Understand issues related to informatics ethics, privacy and confidentiality;

9. 9

   Evaluate the role of network security in maintaining information system integrity;

10. 10

    Analyse a number of information technology implementation strategies and outline their impact on Nursing Informatics;

11. 11

    Discuss the role of data standards and case mix in health informatics;

12. 12

    Demonstrate an understanding of current trends in health care and how they influence the development, implementation and utilisation of information systems;

13. 13

    Analyse a number of Clinical Information Systems and determine their role in improving nursing care.