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    • N

      Northeastern University

      Intro to Finance in Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Depreciation, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Expense Management, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Finance, Cost Management, Health Care, Medicare, Pharmaceuticals, Revenue Management, Insurance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Telehealth, Interoperability, Electronic Medical Record, Health Care, Health Information Management, Community Health, Health Systems, Public Health, Data Ethics, Nursing, Information Privacy, Medical Terminology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      313 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Geneva

      Supervision du raisonnement clinique

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Supervision, Patient Evaluation, Constructive Feedback, Train The Trainer, Coaching, Clinical Experience, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Collaboration, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      A New Communication Framework for Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Empathy, Patient Education And Counseling, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Nebraska

      High Level Biocontainment for Healthcare Facilities

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Positioning, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Patient Safety, Environment Health And Safety, Public Health, Health And Safety Standards, Medical Equipment and Technology, Mental Health, Media and Communications, Emergency Response

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      98 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Confronting Gender Based Violence: Global Lessons for Healthcare Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Health Care, Trauma Care, Patient Safety, Mental and Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Epidemiology, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Community Health, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Health Policy, Medical Privacy, Patient Education And Counseling, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      279 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Duke University

      Stress First Aid for Healthcare Workers: A Peer Support Tool

      Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Stress Management, Resilience, First Aid, Crisis Intervention, Patient Safety, Community Mental Health Services, Personal Development, Mental Health, Growth Mindedness, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Treatment Planning, Patient Safety, Health Care, Research, Patient Evaluation, Health Policy, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, Pharmacology, Safety Assurance, Mental Health Therapies, Science and Research, Regulation and Legal Compliance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      458 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      American Psychological Association

      Psychology of Anxiety, Mood, Substance Use, and Addictive Behaviors

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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      151 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Atención Primaria en Salud: El desafío de las Enfermedades no Transmisibles

      Skills you'll gain: Primary Care, Family Medicine, Chronic Diseases, Health Care, Preventative Care, Health Systems, Care Management, Public Health, Nursing and Patient Care, Care Coordination, Epidemiology, Patient Education and Support

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Stanford University

      Capacitación sobre COVID-19 para trabajadores de salud

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Care, Respiratory Care, Respiratory Therapy, Emergency and Intensive Care, Acute Care, Intensive Care Unit, Intensive Care Medicine, Telehealth, Patient Treatment, Infection Control, Medical Ultrasonography, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Infectious Diseases, Patient Positioning, Medical Imaging, Patient Evaluation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad de Chile

      Cuidados y procedimientos generales en la atención del recién nacido

      Skills you'll gain: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Child Health, Pediatrics, Nursing and Patient Care, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Cleanliness, Patient Safety, Health Assessment, Epidemiology, Nutrition and Diet, Medical Equipment and Technology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Intro to Finance in Healthcare: Northeastern University
    • Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics : University of Minnesota
    • Supervision du raisonnement clinique: University of Geneva
    • A New Communication Framework for Healthcare: University of California San Diego
    • High Level Biocontainment for Healthcare Facilities: University of Nebraska
    • Confronting Gender Based Violence: Global Lessons for Healthcare Workers: Johns Hopkins University
    • Stress First Aid for Healthcare Workers: A Peer Support Tool: Duke University
    • Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices: University of Minnesota
    • Psychology of Anxiety, Mood, Substance Use, and Addictive Behaviors: American Psychological Association
    • Atención Primaria en Salud: El desafío de las Enfermedades no Transmisibles: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    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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