Doctor of Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (MSN-DNP)

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program offers a terminal professional degree for those who wish to pursue or further their career as an advanced practice nurse focusing on healthcare needs of specific populations. The College of Nursing currently offers four concentrations within the degree: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Nursing and Healthcare Leadership, Family Nurse Practitioner, and Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

The Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner prepares nurses to provide advanced nursing care to populations from ages 13 and older. The DNP degree provides graduates the abilities needed to assume practice and leadership positions in the healthcare team, to evaluate patient population and systems aimed to improve health outcomes. Patient, family, and community-centered care includes providing care for common and acute illnesses, managing chronic conditions, and managing care transitions across systems while emphasizing quality care and health outcomes. Graduates will be eligible for the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner National Certification examination. Graduates are prepared to practice in various healthcare settings.