About the Program
The MSN to DNP program is a hybrid program designed to prepare clinical leaders for the profession who have expertise in advanced nursing practice specialties with an individual or aggregate focus. This program is offered for master’s prepared nurses. We combine the benefits of face-to-face learning with the flexibility of distance education. Students attend on-site intensives at our peaceful campus two weekends each semester, while completing the remaining coursework online. In every interaction, whether on-the-ground or online, our faculty of internationally recognized scholars and clinicians are devoted to each student’s success.
Demonstrate advanced levels of clinical practice within defined ethical, legal, and regulatory parameters in designing, implementing, and evaluating evidenced based, culturally competent therapeutic interventions for individuals or aggregates.
Incorporate ethical, regulatory, and legal guidelines in the delivery of health care and the selection, use, and evaluation of information systems and patient care technology.
Demonstrate leadership in collaborative efforts to develop and implement policies to improve health care delivery and outcomes at multiple levels of professional practice (institutional, local, state, regional, national, and/or international).
Incorporate research into practice through critical appraisal of existing evidence, evaluating practice outcomes, and developing practice-based guidelines.
Design, implement, and evaluate health care delivery systems and information systems that meet societal needs and ensure accountability for quality outcomes.
Employ a population health focus in the design, implementation, and evaluation of health care delivery systems that address primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of prevention.
Synthesize nursing and other scientific and ethical theories and concepts to create a foundation for advanced nursing practice.
