Nursing Informatics Competencies

There is a great understanding that nurse educators need to have knowledge, skills, and competencies in healthcare informatics.  Before starting the nursing informatics course I was proficient in word processing, document creation and editing, and the ability to research, gather, and synthesize data to incorporate into written documentation.  I also was proficient in power point presentations, internet searches, and use of electronic healthcare informatics such as electronic medical records.  Upon almost completion of a nursing informatics course I have gained further knowledge and ability in creating and using several forms of engaging audio visual tools and presentations that can be used to engage students in learning key nursing concepts as well as assisting them in learning about technology and healthcare informatics.  Some of the valuable tools I have discovered in this class can also be used by students to showcase their individual learning.  I have discovered that I need to continue to develop more innovated ways to teach my students to keep them engaged and provide them with abilities to use and understand technology.  I also wish to continue to learn and understand more about information systems and data sets to help students understand them as well.  I will accomplish this by continuing to research, practice, and apply all new technology and healthcare information management systems.  It is important for graduate nurses to have the knowledge and skills of healthcare technology in order to apply it in their clinical practice to provide safe, efficient, and effective patient care. 

Information on nursing informatics AMIA

Healthcare information management systems   HIMSS