Book Title: Nursing Informatics, Communication, and Collaboration

Subtitle: The Impact on Patient Outcomes

by Laura K. Garner-Jones

Book Description: Nursing Informatics, Communication, and Collaboration is an open educational resource (OER) textbook that introduces undergraduate nursing students to the foundations of nursing informatics and its vital role in modern healthcare. It explores essential competencies such as computer and information literacy and examines the impact of health information technology. The text highlights digital tools that enhance outcomes, including electronic health records, artificial intelligence, and precision medicine. Beyond technology, this resource emphasizes the importance of communication, conflict management, person-centered care, and interprofessional collaboration as core elements of effective nursing practice. By integrating these skills with informatics, students can be better prepared to navigate complex healthcare environments, strengthen teamwork, resolve challenges, and deliver safe, efficient, and compassionate care.