NURS-FPX 4045 advances Capella RN-BSN competencies by focusing on the effective use of health information systems, patient care technologies, and data management to improve healthcare outcomes. The course prepares registered nurses to leverage informatics tools to support clinical decision making, enhance care coordination, and promote quality and safety across patient, system, and population levels.

Students develop foundational competencies in nursing informatics, including the management of electronic health records, clinical technologies, and health data to support evidence-based practice. Emphasis is placed on information security, ethical use of health data, and strategies to protect patient privacy within digital healthcare environments. Learners also examine how technology influences workflows, communication, and interprofessional collaboration.

Overall, NURS-FPX 4045 equips RN-to-BSN students with the knowledge and skills needed to integrate informatics into professional nursing practice, supporting Capella’s RN-BSN program outcomes related to technology-driven, safe, and efficient care delivery.