Introduction to the U.S. Healthcare System provides an introduction, overview, and assessment of the U.S. healthcare system. The current state of the U.S. healthcare system is explored, including problems, cost, funding, policy, and reform. The course provides an opportunity for students to determine: changes needed in the U.S. healthcare system, including improving of the safety and quality care, and how these changes can be best achieved through interprofessional collaboration. Students will apply knowledge of the U.S. health system in the role of the Registered Nurse and the Health Care Professional in leading change in optimizing patient care.