Charge Nurse Master Class

The Charge Nurse Master Class is designed for registered nurses stepping into charge nurse or assistant nurse manager roles. While many are promoted for their clinical excellence, success in these positions requires additional leadership, coordination, and management skills. This program uses a competency-based approach to build practical expertise in communication, personnel management, resource allocation, and quality improvement. Accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), this course provides nurses with the skills and strategies needed to thrive as front-line leaders in today’s dynamic healthcare environment.

Course Highlights

Duration

16 hours

Location

On-Campus (LAU)

Tuition

300 USD

Instructors

Industry Facts and Statistics

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Hospitals with strong charge nurse leadership report 20–25% higher staff retention and patient satisfaction.

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 The average nurse-to-patient ratio has doubled in many hospitals over the past decade, intensifying the demand for skilled charge nurses.

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identify lack of formal leadership training as their top challenge.

Course Outcome

1

Demonstrate increased self-awareness of leadership potential and responsibilities.

2

Apply effective communication and care coordination strategies to manage patient care units.

3

Perform essential personnel management tasks, including supervision, delegation, and feedback.

4

Apply resource management and quality improvement principles to enhance patient safety and outcomes.

Who Should Take This Course

Registered Nurses (RNs) aspiring to take on leadership or management roles.

Newly appointed Charge Nurses seeking to develop leadership competencies.

Current Charge Nurses looking to refresh and sharpen their skills.

Assistant Nurse Managers preparing for expanded leadership responsibilities.

Topics Covered

Stepping Into the Charge Nurse Role

Transitioning from clinical expert to front-line leader.

Contemporary Leadership Theories and Styles

Applying modern leadership approaches in healthcare.

Communication & Care Coordination

Building skills for effective shift management and patient care.

Personnel Management Skills

Supervision, delegation, and feedback at the unit level.

Resource Management

Staffing, budgeting, and resource optimization for care delivery.

Quality Improvement & Patient Safety

Applying evidence-based practices to enhance care outcomes.

Affiliation and Certification

The Charge Nurse Master Class is offered in affiliation with the LAU Academy of Continuing Education (LAU ACE) and accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion, recognizing their achievement in front-line nursing leadership.y recognizing their expertise in healthcare project management.

Testimonials

Banque Libano-Française

LAU ACE provided a comprehensive leadership training program for Banque Libano-Française, resulting in improved managerial skills and enhanced team performance. The customized approach ensured that the training aligned with the bank’s strategic goals.

Sanofi

Sanofi partnered with LAU ACE to deliver a specialized training program on regulatory compliance. The training was instrumental in ensuring that Sanofi’s staff were well-versed in the latest industry regulations, leading to increased efficiency and compliance.

Canadian Red Cross

LAU ACE developed a disaster management training program for the Canadian Red Cross, focusing on crisis response and recovery. The training equipped the staff with essential skills to manage emergencies effectively, resulting in improved response times and coordination during crises.

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Course FAQs

A: On-campus at LAU.

Yes. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion, accredited by ANCC.

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