Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2022-2023 Graduate Academic Catalog
Master of Science in Nursing
Program Name : Master of Science in Nursing Degree : Master of Science in Nursing Degrees Offered : MSN Tracks : Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP , Pediatrics Primary Care NP , Family Nurse Practitioner , Nurse Educator and Clinical Nurse Specialist Program Accreditation : The baccalaureate degree in nursing / master ’ s degree in nursing / Doctor of Nursing Practice program and / or post-graduate APRN certificate program at Gwynedd Mercy University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education ( www . ccneacreditation . org ). CCNE ; 655 K Street NW , Suite 750 ; Washington , DC 20001 ( www . ccneacreditation . org ) Program Type : Term Program Modality : Online and some hybrid Program Director :
Description : The purposes of the Master of Science in Nursing program are to prepare professional nurses for advanced practice as nurse practitioners ( NP ), Nurse Educator or Clinical Nurse Specialists and to provide a base for doctoral study . The nurse practitioner ( NP ) areas offered are Adult Gerontology Primary Care , Pediatrics Primary Care and Family Nurse Practitioner .
Preparation for Professional Licensure / Certification : Graduation from all of Gwynedd Mercy University ' s APRN programs prepares students for national certification by an associated certifying body . National certification is an expectation for practice nationwide . APRN authorization varies from state-to- state with some states awarding APRN licenses , some providing APRN endorsements on a nurse ’ s RN licenses , or other systems which have been designated by the state ’ s Board of Nursing . Students considering one of Gwynedd Mercy University ' s APRN programs are encouraged to contact the Board of Nursing in the state they wish to practice in to determine additional practice requirements
Program Learning Outcomes : Upon completion of the MSN Program , the graduate : PLO1 : Contributes to advanced nursing knowledge through scientific inquiry for a foundation for evidence-based practice in advanced nursing roles . ( UL 1 and 4 ; MSN Essentials I and III ). PLO2 : Demonstrates expertise in providing population based holistic care in advanced nursing roles in accordance with the standards of practice and codes of ethics . ( UL 2,3 and 4 ; MSN Essentials V , VII , and VIII ). PLO3 : Demonstrates professional and social responsibility for self , individuals , family and community grounded in the Mercy tradition and within the context of a multicultural society . ( UL 1 , 3 and 5 ; MSN Essential VII , VIII and IX ). PLO4 : Improves health care by demonstrating interdisciplinary collaboration . ( UL 2 and 4 ; MSN Essential IV and VI ). PLO5 : Applies leadership skills in the provision of culturally responsive , high quality nursing care in advanced practice roles . ( UL 2 , 3 and 5 ; MSN Essentials II and IX ).
For Major Requirements , see Graduate Program Guidebook and Curriculum Sheets
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