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    • Status: Free
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      P

      Peking University

      更年期综合管理

      Skills you'll gain: Gynecology, Geriatrics, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Cardiology, Orthopedics, Preventative Care, Nutrition and Diet, Chronic Diseases, Medication Therapy Management, Oncology, Patient Education And Counseling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Navigating Healthcare Supply Chain Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Inventory Control, Inventory Management System, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Capacity Planning, Materials Management, Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Vendor Management, Change Management, Information Technology, Forecasting

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      F

      Fudan University

      全球卫生导论

      Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Child Health, Public Health, Gerontology, Health Systems, Health Policy, Nutrition and Diet, Chronic Diseases, Emergency Response, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Community Health, Socioeconomics, Environment Health And Safety

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Implementing a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety V)

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Nursing Management, Safety Training, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Risk Management, Care Management, Infection Control, Regulatory Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      American Psychological Association

      Depressive and Bipolar Disorders

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Psychiatry, Psychological Evaluations, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Psychotherapy, Cultural Diversity, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Pharmacotherapy, Demography

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      University of Michigan

      Healthcare Leadership Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Leadership, Advocacy, Communication, Change Management, Health Care, Organizational Leadership, Health Systems, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Atención centrada en el paciente

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Primary Care, Healthcare Ethics, Health Care, Preventative Care, Care Coordination, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Professionalism, Psychosocial Assessments, Nutrition and Diet, Clinical Nutrition, Community Health, Mental Health, Cultural Responsiveness, Collaboration, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empathy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Peking University

      遗传学实验

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biology, Experimentation, Research Design, Scientific Methods, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Life Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Healthcare Financial Management Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, Budgeting, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Health Care Administration, Financial Forecasting, Loans, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Capital Markets

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad Nacional de Colombia

      Aprender a ser cuidador de personas con condiciones crónicas

      Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Care Management, Health Care, Patient Education and Support, Empathy, Health Assessment, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Critical Thinking

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Cinematic Health

      Introduction to Becoming a CNA

      Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Care Management, Rehabilitation, Treatment Planning, Caregiving, Personal Care, Direct Patient Care, Nursing Care, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Patient Positioning, Patient Safety

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Strategies for Assisted Living Communities during COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Infection Control, Emergency Response, Laboratory Testing, Mental Health, Community Health, Public Health, Interpersonal Communications, Infectious Diseases, Policy Development, Education and Training

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      268 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular nursing courses

    • 更年期综合管理: Peking University
    • Navigating Healthcare Supply Chain Operations: Northeastern University
    • 全球卫生导论: Fudan University
    • Implementing a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety V): Johns Hopkins University
    • Depressive and Bipolar Disorders: American Psychological Association
    • Healthcare Leadership Principles: University of Michigan
    • Atención centrada en el paciente: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • 遗传学实验: Peking University
    • Healthcare Financial Management Fundamentals: Northeastern University
    • Aprender a ser cuidador de personas con condiciones crónicas: Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing

    Although the specific duties may vary, nursing generally involves treating injured or ill patients. The job not only requires you to tend to physical ailments, but also to keep patients calm and comfortable before, during, and after procedures. Nursing can take place in various settings, including hospitals, schools, nursing homes, and at a patient's home. Nurses often work alongside doctors and surgeons to offer comprehensive care to patients.‎

    An education in nursing can help prepare you for numerous positions, including pain management nurse, critical care nurse, nurse educator, school nurse, or telemedicine nurse. Pain management nurses work with patients who suffer from chronic pain or pain resulting from a medical procedure. If you excel at keeping your cool under pressure, you can find work as a critical care nurse. Critical care nurses spend their time in intensive-care units, working to stabilize critically ill patients. Nurse educator is a less intense path to take. The job involves training other nurses, and it's a suitable position if you have a talent for teaching others. If you like kids, you can work as a school nurse at a local elementary, middle, or high school. Telemedicine nursing is a task that involves counseling patients via telephone calls or the internet. The job requires excellent communication skills, as you won't be present to physically assist the patient.‎

    Online nursing courses will help you gain a thorough understanding of subjects such as anatomy, patient safety, and trauma care. You'll develop important skills such as reading vital signs and treating pain. Instructors use reading assignments and lectures to guide you and quizzes to assess your understanding of the material. These online courses are ideal if you want to further your education but also want the flexibility to tackle subjects at your own pace.‎

    Online Nursing courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Nursing skills. Choose from a wide range of Nursing courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Nursing, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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