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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Executives, Project Managers, Business Analysts, Business and IT stakeholders working with analysts, Quality and process engineers, technicians, corrective action coordinators or managers; supervisors, team leaders, and process operators; anyone who wants to improve their ability to solve recurring problems. Overview Learn how to initiate a root cause analysis and gather data for investigating process and non-process incidentsDemonstrate how to collect data through interviews and analysisApply powerful techniques to identify and know the difference between symptoms and root causesLearn to know when to use the appropriate technique in root cause identification Learn how to avoid future incidents by developing appropriate recommendations to address causal factors and root causes Develop a process to identify systemic problem areas In this course, participants will learn to apply several practical, systematic methods for analyzing incidents and problems to uncover root causes. Understanding of these techniques will be reinforced by classroom exercises. Introduction & Objectives What is a 'Problem?' Why Problems Persist What is A Root Cause? Why Root Causes are important How to Organize for an RCA RCA Roles and Responsibilities Assemble your RCA Team Modes of Communication How to Resolve Conflict Case Study Exercise Select the Problem to Analyze Define the selection criteria Plan and estimate tasks for the team Finalize the plan and gain agreement among your stakeholders Case Study Exercise Define the Problem What to look for - Problem-as-Given (PAG) vs. Problem-as-Understood (PAU) Developing your problem statement Refining the problem specification Case Study Exercise Identify the Source of the Problem Discuss when to use the appropriate analysis technique to determine the problem source Process Diagram Forms & Checklists Statistical Sampling Fishbone Diagram Surveys Charts - Line, Scatter, Bar, & Pie Case Study Exercise Solution Options Analysis & Selecting the 'Best Fit' How to approach different solution options Brainstorming Weighted Evaluation Selecting the appropriate option Hold an Retrospective on your approach Planning the proposal Case Study Exercise Putting RCA into Practice Create a Root Cause Analysis program within your organization How to develop appropriate recommendations to address root causes at various levels to avoid future incidents Additional course details: Nexus Humans BA10 - Understanding Root Cause Analysis training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the BA10 - Understanding Root Cause Analysis course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Business Management Course Overview This Business Management course provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of key management concepts and practices. Covering essential topics such as operations, business analysis, strategic planning, and risk management, the course equips learners with the necessary tools to handle various aspects of business management effectively. Through a blend of theoretical insights and applied learning, learners will develop the confidence to manage business operations, drive strategic growth, and navigate organisational challenges. The course is designed to provide value to individuals seeking to advance their management skills and progress in their careers. Course Description This course delves deeply into the core aspects of business management, providing a structured approach to understanding business operations, leadership, and decision-making. Learners will explore modules on business analysis, strategic management, and project development, as well as gain valuable skills in managing risk, performance, and human resources. The course covers critical areas including planning, forecasting, communication, and conflict management. By the end of the course, learners will have a broad understanding of how businesses operate and will be able to apply their learning to various management scenarios. Designed for those looking to enhance their management skills, the course ensures that learners gain a solid foundation in business management principles. Business Management Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Business Management Module 02: Operations Management Module 03: Introduction to Business Analysis Module 04: Strategic Analysis and Product Scope Module 05: Project Management Module 06: Business Development and Succession Planning Module 07: Business Process Management Module 08: Planning & Forecasting Operations Module 09: Performance Management Module 10: Management of Cash and Credit Module 11: Managing Risk and Recovery Module 12: Quality Management Module 13: Communication Skills Module 14: Business Environment Module 15: Organisational Skills Module 16: Negotiation Techniques Module 17: Human Resource Management Module 18: Motivation and Counselling Module 19: Customer Service Module 20: Time Management Module 21: Conflict Management (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to build a career in business management. Professionals aiming to enhance their management and leadership skills. Beginners with an interest in business operations and management. Those looking to progress in roles related to business analysis, human resources, or strategic planning. Career Path Business Manager Operations Manager Project Manager HR Manager Strategic Planner Financial Analyst Customer Service Manager Risk Manager Organisational Development Specialist Performance Manager

Acrylic Nail Extension Course Course Overview: This Acrylic Nail Extension course is designed to equip learners with the essential skills to master acrylic nail extension techniques. From understanding nail anatomy and product chemistry to advanced nail art, this course covers everything you need to know about acrylic nails. Learners will develop proficiency in applying acrylic nail extensions, performing maintenance, and ensuring client care and safety. By the end of the course, students will have the knowledge and expertise to apply various nail techniques, making them confident in offering professional services. Whether you are a beginner or seeking to refine your skills, this course provides all the necessary knowledge to build a successful career in the beauty industry. Course Description: This comprehensive course offers a detailed exploration of acrylic nail extensions, starting with the basics of nail anatomy and product chemistry. Learners will delve into essential techniques such as applying tips, overlays, and creating nail art. With modules focusing on nail diseases, disorders, and proper maintenance, the course ensures learners can safely and professionally care for their clients' nails. The course also includes in-depth modules on client communication and salon safety, making sure that students can provide excellent customer service while following industry best practices. Upon completion, learners will have a complete understanding of acrylic nail extensions, from application to removal, and will be equipped to confidently enter the beauty industry with practical skills and a professional approach. Acrylic Nail Extension Course Curriculum: Module 01: Nail Extension Techniques: An Introduction Module 02: Nail Anatomy Module 03: Nail Diseases and Disorders Module 04: Nail Product Chemistry Simplified Module 05: Nail Extension Techniques Module 06: Acrylic Nail Extension: Part-1 (Applying Tips to the Nails) Module 07: Acrylic Nail Extension: Part-2 (Applying Overlays) Module 08: Art in Acrylic Nails: Basic to Advance Module 09: Hands-on Nail Art Training Module 10: Maintaining Artificial Nails Module 11: Acrylic Nail Removal Module 12: Health and Safety in Beauty Salon Module 13: Client Care and Communication (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to master acrylic nail extension techniques. Professionals aiming to expand their beauty industry skills. Beginners with an interest in nail care and beauty treatments. Beauty enthusiasts looking to enter the nail extension field. Career Path Nail Technician Beauty Salon Specialist Freelance Nail Artist Nail Care Educator Beauty Consultant Spa and Salon Owner

Birth Doula Course Overview This Birth Doula course is designed to provide learners with comprehensive knowledge and skills to support expectant mothers throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Participants will gain a solid understanding of antenatal, labour, and postnatal care, along with key aspects of emotional support for both mothers and families. The course prepares learners to support women in their journey through pregnancy, offering valuable insight into maternal health, newborn care, and mental wellbeing. Upon completion, learners will be equipped to offer invaluable assistance to women during this critical time, ensuring a supportive and compassionate birth experience. Course Description The Birth Doula course covers essential aspects of maternity care, including a detailed understanding of pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Learners will explore various topics such as antenatal care, the clinical examination of pregnant women, and management of common pregnancy symptoms. They will also learn about the care of women during labour, including postpartum support and infant care. Mental health considerations for mothers, grief, bereavement, and family planning are all crucial aspects addressed in this course. Learners will gain knowledge of effective communication, empathy, and ethics, which are essential when supporting women through this journey. By completing this course, learners will acquire skills to become a trusted companion for women during one of the most important times in their lives. Birth Doula Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Birth Doula Module 02: A Woman’s Body in Pregnancy Module 03: Antenatal Care during Pregnancy Module 04: Management of Common Symptoms of Pregnancy Module 05: Clinical Examination of Pregnant Women Module 06: Care of a Woman during Labour Module 07: Postpartum Care Module 08: Screening Newborn Baby Module 09: Infant Care Module 10: Mental Health of the Mother Module 11: Grief and Bereavement Module 12: Contraception and Family Planning Module 13: Effective Communication Module 14: Empathy and Comfort Skills Module 15: Ethics in Doula (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to support pregnant women and families. Professionals aiming to enhance their maternity care practice. Beginners with an interest in childbirth and women's health. Aspiring doulas wishing to enter the field of maternal care. Those interested in developing expertise in supporting emotional wellbeing during pregnancy. Career Path Birth Doula Maternity Support Worker Labour and Delivery Assistant Postpartum Care Specialist Women's Health Educator Family Support Worker

Customers are astute and well-practised in researching and seeking information, solutions and added value in the minimum number of clicks online. There's only so much time they're willing to spend carrying on clicking. This mentality isn't just restricted to the world of B2C. In our increasingly hectic world, where information is expected to be available instantly, it applies just as much to B2B. In this workshop, we look at how putting yourself in the shoes of your customer and mapping their decision-making and buying journey is critical to ensuring that you provide what they perceive as fast solutions and added value. You will learn all about the three pillars for creating competitive brand experiences: Customer engagement planning puts you firmly in the shoes of your customer, helping you to build meaningful marketing communications delivered through the right resources at the right time to inspire your customers to engage with you. This programme will help participants to: Understand the evolution of the customer buying journey Map a customer buying journey for your brand or solutions Understand the customer micro-moments and signals indicating interest and buying intent, both online and offline Apply the psychology of branding to build marketing communications with impact Develop sales and marketing content that differentiates your brand(s) from the competition by demonstrating unique value and how you can meet your customer's needs 1 The evolution of the customer journey Understand how the use of mobile has had an impact on the customer buying journey where today's customers can research and compare products and solutions whenever and wherever they like, making the purchase journey even less linear Explore how marketers are adapting to this new customer behaviour and drawing upon various strategies to win the hearts and minds of their audiences 2 The See-Think-Do-Care framework Explore the many different frameworks used to track the customer journey Understand and apply the modern marketing model, where the internet has enabled the customer to hop between multiple touchpoints before making a purchase decision 3 Customer micro-moments and signals in their buying journey Understand the online and offline moments when customers seek information to research and make buying decisions Apply this understanding to build a marketing communication plan to reach customers at all stages of their buying journey 4 The role of branding in the customer journey Explore the psychology of branding Learn how to ensure your branding is relevant to your target customer needs Bring together your brand value and story to achieve brand loyalty 5 The Why-How-What framework Apply a systematic approach to build a successful and compelling brand Understand how starting with 'why' will help build your brand purpose Apply the content marketing matrix to communicate your brand's value Apply the hero-help-hub model to build engaging content marketing Actionable outcomes We will use your brand examples to provide opportunities for practice: You will learn and reflect on best practice examples of customer engagement You will discover your brand value, purpose and the 'sweet spot' to drive engagement with your customers You will create a customer engagement plan that can be implemented immediately within your business You will receive immediate feedback on your customer engagement plan You will have the opportunity to share common issues and solutions with your colleagues in the group

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for IT professionals with baseline skills in computer hardware, software support, and development who want to learn how to design, develop, implement, operate, and manage Internet of Things devices and related systems. It is for those interested in learning more about embedded systems, microcontroller programming, IoT security, and the development life cycle for IoT projects. While students will gain hands-on experience assembling a prototype IoT device and using software development tools, these activities are closely guided, so previous experience in electronics assembly and programming are not required. This course prepares students for taking the CertNexus Certified Internet of Things (IoT) Practitioner (Exam ITP-110). Overview In this course, you will learn how to apply Internet of Things technologies to solve real-world problems. You will: Construct and program an IoT device. Communicate with an IoT device using wired and wireless connections. Process sensor input and control an actuator on an IoT device. Manage security, privacy, and safety risks on IoT projects. Plan an IoT prototyping and development project. In this course, you will learn general strategies for planning, designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining an IoT system through various case studies and by assembling and configuring an IoT device to work in a sensor network. You will create an IoT device based on an ESP8266 microcontroller, implementing various common IoT features, such as analog and digital sensors, a web-based interface, MQTT messaging, and data encryption. The instructor led course includes an exam voucher for the Certified Internet of Things Practitioner (CIoTP) exam (exam ITP-110). Planning an IoT Implementation Select a General Architecture for an IoT Project Identify Benefits and Challenges of IoT Constructing and Programming an IoT Device Select and Configure a Processing Unit Select a Microcontroller Power Source Use a Software Development Kit to Program an IoT Device Communicating with an IoT Device Communicate Using Wired Connections Communicate Using Wireless Connections Communicate Using Internet Protocols Processing IoT Data Process IoT Device Input and Output Process Data in the Cloud Provide Machine to Machine Communication Managing Risks on IoT Projects Identify IoT Security and Privacy Risks Manage IoT Security and Privacy Risks Manage IoT Safety Risks Undertaking an IoT Project Identify Real World Applications for IoT Follow the IoT Development Lifecycle Additional course details: Nexus Humans CertNexus Certified Internet of Things Practitioner (CIoTP) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the CertNexus Certified Internet of Things Practitioner (CIoTP) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is relevant to anyone who needs to work with and understand data including: Business Analysts, Data Analysts, Reporting and BI professionals Marketing and Digital Marketing professionals Digital, Web, e-Commerce, Social media and Mobile channel professionals Business managers who need to interpret analytical output to inform managerial decisions Overview This course will cover the basic theory of data visualization along with practical skills for creating compelling visualizations, reports and dashboards from data using Tableau. Outcome: After attending this course delegates will understand - How to move from business questions to great data visualizations and beyond How to apply the fundamentals of data visualization to create informative charts How to choose the right visualization type for the job at hand How to design and develop basic dashboards in Tableau that people will love to use by doing the following: Reading data sources into Tableau Setting up the roles and data types for your analysis Creating new data fields using a range of calculation types Creating the following types of charts - cross tabs, pie and bar charts, geographic maps, dual axis and combo charts, heat maps, highlight tables, tree maps and scatter plots Creating Dashboards that delight using the all of the features available in Tableau. The use of analytics, statistics and data science in business has grown massively in recent years. Harnessing the power of data is opening actionable insights in diverse industries from banking to tourism. From Business Questions to Data Visualisation and Beyond The first step in any data analysis project is to move from a business question to data analysis and then on to a complete solution. This section will examine this conversion emphasizing: The use of data visualization to address a business need The data analytics process ? from business questions to developed dashboards Introduction to Tableau ? Part 1 In this section, the main functionality of Tableau will be explained including: Selecting and loading your data Defining data item properties Create basic calculations including basic arithmetic calculations, custom aggregations and ratios, date math, and quick table calculations Creating basic visualizations Creating a basic dashboard Introduction to Tableau ? Part 2 In this section, the main functionality of Tableau will be explained including: Selecting and loading your data Defining data item properties Create basic calculations including basic arithmetic calculations, custom aggregations and ratios, date math, and quick table calculations Creating basic visualizations Creating a basic dashboard Key Components of Good Data Visualisation and The Visualisation Zoo In this section the following topics will be covered: Colour theory Graphical perception & communication Choosing the right chart for the right job Data Exploration with Tableau Exploring data to answer business questions is one of the key uses of applying good data visualization techniques within Tableau. In this section we will apply the data visualization theory from the previous section within Tableau to uncover trends within the data to answer specific business questions. The types of charts that will be covered are: Cross Tabs Pie and bar charts Geographic maps Dual axis and combo charts with different mark types Heat maps Highlight tables Tree maps Scatter plots Introduction to Building Dashboards with Tableau In this section, we will implement the full process from business question to final basic dashboard in Tableau: Introduction to good dashboard design Building dashboards in Tableau

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This class is intended for the following customer job roles: Cloud architects, administrators, and SysOps personnel Cloud developers and DevOps personnel Overview This course teaches participants the following skills: Plan and implement a well-architected logging and monitoring infrastructure Define Service Level Indicators (SLIs) and Service Level Objectives (SLOs) Create effective monitoring dashboards and alerts Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve Google Cloud infrastructure Analyze and export Google Cloud audit logs Find production code defects, identify bottlenecks, and improve performance Optimize monitoring costs This course teaches you techniques for monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving infrastructure and application performance in Google Cloud. Guided by the principles of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), and using a combination of presentations, demos, hands-on labs, and real-world case studies, attendees gain experience with full-stack monitoring, real-time log management and analysis, debugging code in production, tracing application performance bottlenecks, and profiling CPU and memory usage. Introduction to Google Cloud Monitoring Tools Understand the purpose and capabilities of Google Cloud operations-focused components: Logging, Monitoring, Error Reporting, and Service Monitoring Understand the purpose and capabilities of Google Cloud application performance management focused components: Debugger, Trace, and Profiler Avoiding Customer Pain Construct a monitoring base on the four golden signals: latency, traffic, errors, and saturation Measure customer pain with SLIs Define critical performance measures Create and use SLOs and SLAs Achieve developer and operation harmony with error budgets Alerting Policies Develop alerting strategies Define alerting policies Add notification channels Identify types of alerts and common uses for each Construct and alert on resource groups Manage alerting policies programmatically Monitoring Critical Systems Choose best practice monitoring project architectures Differentiate Cloud IAM roles for monitoring Use the default dashboards appropriately Build custom dashboards to show resource consumption and application load Define uptime checks to track aliveness and latency Configuring Google Cloud Services for Observability Integrate logging and monitoring agents into Compute Engine VMs and images Enable and utilize Kubernetes Monitoring Extend and clarify Kubernetes monitoring with Prometheus Expose custom metrics through code, and with the help of OpenCensus Advanced Logging and Analysis Identify and choose among resource tagging approaches Define log sinks (inclusion filters) and exclusion filters Create metrics based on logs Define custom metrics Link application errors to Logging using Error Reporting Export logs to BigQuery Monitoring Network Security and Audit Logs Collect and analyze VPC Flow logs and Firewall Rules logs Enable and monitor Packet Mirroring Explain the capabilities of Network Intelligence Center Use Admin Activity audit logs to track changes to the configuration or metadata of resources Use Data Access audit logs to track accesses or changes to user-provided resource data Use System Event audit logs to track GCP administrative actions Managing Incidents Define incident management roles and communication channels Mitigate incident impact Troubleshoot root causes Resolve incidents Document incidents in a post-mortem process Investigating Application Performance Issues Debug production code to correct code defects Trace latency through layers of service interaction to eliminate performance bottlenecks Profile and identify resource-intensive functions in an application Optimizing the Costs of Monitoring Analyze resource utilization cust for monitoring related components within Google Cloud Implement best practices for controlling the cost of monitoring within Google Cloud

This programme has a simple objective: to help a sales team create and implementa comprehensive account development plan. If you want to earn strategic partner or preferred supplier status with your clients and customers then you need to add value to their business, consistently, and you can only do this if you have a plan - a key account management plan. This programme will help participants: Discover opportunities - through a deeper understanding of the customer's business Develop partnership - through a better 'value proposition' for the customer Increase repeat business - based on higher customer satisfaction Improve synergy - by getting everyone to 'sing from the same hymn sheet' Develop a collaborative account plan - validated by the customer and their own management Secure resources - management will align resources to execute soundly based account plans Win an increased share of 'customer wallet' - through systematic account development 1 The six principles of strategic account development Introduction to the PROFIT account development model:- Performance- Relationships- Objectives and goals- Feedback- Integration- Teamwork Practical account development strategies: overview and case studies 2 Performance Use practical tools to help you manage and measure account performance and success Design and build a monthly account dashboard for all sizes of account Prioritise and manage accounts and customers pro-actively and successfully, using proven planning tools Develop a cross-selling strategy to integrate products or solutions into the customer's business as closely as possible 3 Relationships How to build and manage key relationships within an account Qualifying and managing key influencers accurately Producing a 'relationship matrix' for each account quickly and easily Approaching and developing new contacts strategically Tools and techniques for successful tracking of contacts and call-backs Developing a coach or advocate in every customer organisation pro-actively 4 Objectives and goals Where are you now? - how to establish your competitive position within an account Know how to set, monitor and track key objectives for accounts over the short, medium and long term Selling against the competition - developing both long- and short-term sales strategies 5 Feedback - building loyal and satisfied customers The correct way to manage customer expectations and create listening loops within an account How to monitor and track your customer's perception and satisfaction with your organisation Building a personalised satisfaction matrix for each account Customer review meetings - best practice in building loyalty by regular joint planning events Understanding the concept of long-term customer value and the importance of adapting a customer-focused attitude 6 Integration How to integrate your products or solutions with the customer's business needs and processes Spot and react to early warning signals that may cause an account's loyalty to fade, reduce revenue or switch to a competitor Developing a loyalty strategy for key accounts or groups of smaller accounts Getting your message and strategy across to C-level contacts 7 Teamwork Working with others to achieve your account goals Gaining internal commitment from your organisation Managing and working with a virtual team Creating cross-departmental communication loops 8 Putting it all together Personal account reviews Personal learning summary and action plans

Course Overview: The Adult Nursing course offers a comprehensive foundation for those seeking a career in nursing, providing learners with essential knowledge and skills for adult healthcare. Covering a wide range of topics, from the legal and ethical aspects of nursing practice to practical issues like pain management and infection control, this course ensures that learners gain the expertise needed to excel in various healthcare environments. Through detailed modules, learners will explore the roles and responsibilities of nurses, the complexities of adult care, and key nursing principles. Upon completion, learners will be well-prepared to contribute effectively to patient care, enhancing their capabilities in diverse healthcare settings. Course Description: This course covers critical topics necessary for the competent practice of adult nursing. Learners will explore healthcare settings, legal frameworks, and ethical considerations in nursing, building a solid understanding of professional standards. The curriculum includes comprehensive modules on infection control, pain management, fluid balance, and more, providing essential knowledge for a well-rounded nursing career. Learners will engage with the core concepts of communication, health and safety, hygiene, and mobility, ensuring they are prepared to meet the challenges of adult care. By the end of the course, learners will possess the skills required to manage patient care in a variety of contexts, making them valuable assets in the healthcare workforce. Course Modules: Module 01: Introduction to Nursing Module 02: Working in Different Healthcare Settings Module 03: Understanding Legal, Professional Standards of Practice and Ethical Aspects of Health Care - Part 1 Module 04: Understanding Legal, Professional Standards of Practice and Ethical Aspects of Health Care - Part 2 Module 05: Effective Communication in Nursing Module 06: Health and Safety in Nursing Module 07: Hygiene in Nursing Module 08: Infection Control Module 09: Asepsis in Nursing Module 10: Medication Administration in Nursing Module 11: Adult Care in Different Life Stages Module 12: Understanding Immune System in Nursing Module 13: Rest and Sleep Management in Nursing Module 14: Mobility and Immobility Issues of Patients in Nursing Module 15: Pain Management for Nurses Module 16: Nutrition in Nursing Module 17: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance Module 18: Assisting with Elimination Module 19: Oxygenation in Nursing (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to enter the nursing profession. Professionals aiming to expand their expertise in adult healthcare. Beginners with an interest in healthcare and nursing. Those looking to understand essential nursing concepts for career development. Career Path Registered Nurse (RN) Healthcare Assistant Nurse Practitioner Adult Care Specialist Medical/Surgical Nurse Community Health Nurse Healthcare Administrator Clinical Nurse Educator