Course Name

Overview of Legal Nurse Consulting

Contact Hours: 24

Course Description

In this introductory course you will examine the necessary skills and knowledge, review various jobs and services and find internet resources for learning and practicing Legal Nurse Consulting.

Outcome

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: Describe the practice of Legal Nurse Consulting to potential clients Describe the variety of services and areas of practice for Legal Nurse Consultants Find educational resources for learning Legal Nurse Consulting Assess their aptitude for Legal Nurse Consulting Develop a plan of action.

Assessment

At the completion of the course: The student will complete a self assessment The student will satisfactorily complete a multiple choice examination

Outline

Review history and evolution of the profession of Legal Nurse Consulting Explore types of services, areas of practice and employment opportunities available for LNCs Review basic areas of knowledge and skills necessary for the practice of Legal Nurse Consulting Review of Nursing Process, Scope of Practice, Code of Ethics and Nursing Standards as related to the practice of Legal Nurse Consulting Self-assessment and individual Plan of Action