BNS 116: Nursing Informatics
An introduction to the use of information and technology in healthcare, focusing on electronic health records, telehealth, and the ethical considerations for nurses.
Course Content
Explore the detailed topics covered in Nursing Informatics.
Introduction to Nursing Informatics
Health Information Systems (HIS)
Telehealth and Telenursing
Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues
Informatics Competencies for Nurses
Future Trends in Nursing Informatics
Key References
A selection of key texts and resources cited in this course unit.
- Englebardt, S. P., & Nelson R. (2002). Healthcare informatics. Missouri: Mosby.
- Herda, T., Car, P., & Mascala, C. (2005). Handbook of informatics for nurses and health care professionals. Prentice-Hall.
- Saba, V. K., & McCormick, K. A. (Eds.). (2015). Essentials of nursing informatics (6th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education.
- McGonigle, D., & Mastrian, K. G. (2017). Nursing informatics and the foundation of knowledge (4th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.
- Hebda, T., & Czar, P. (2019). Handbook of informatics for nurses & healthcare professionals (6th ed.). Pearson.