Date of Award

8-1987

Degree Type

Master's Essay - Restricted

Degree Name

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Department

Nursing

Abstract

Changes in the health care delivery system have resulted in children with complex medical and nursing needs being cared for in the home. Successful management of the care requires coordination and education of multiple health care professionals and families. A Pediatric Nurse Coordinator is needed to address these needs and implement programs which will provide children with comprehensive home care. This essay reviews the nursing literature relative to the educational needs of the pediatric patient and family, and also the implementation of current home care programs. The conclusion is a job description of the Pediatric Nurse Coordinator including a job summary, requirements, and responsibilities.

Comments

An Essay Submitted to the Faculty of the Graduate School, Marquette University, in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Science in Nursing. Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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