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Programs and Certificates
The School of Nursing serves approximately 900 students in the following programs and certificates (select a program to jump to a section).
Undergraduate Programs
Bachelor of Science in NursingGraduate Programs
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate ProgramRegistered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing (Online Program)
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Nurse Educator
- Nursing and Health Care Administrator
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
- Nurse Educator
- Nursing and Health Care Administrator
- Primary/Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (Dual Role)
Doctor of Nursing Practice (Online Program)
Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (See School of Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences)
The University of Mississippi School of Nursing offers a Traditional BSN Program on the Jackson campus at the University of Mississippi Medical Center and on the University of Mississippi campus in Oxford. An Accelerated Baccalaureate Nursing Program option is offered on the Jackson campus and on the University of Mississippi campus in Oxford for applicants who hold a baccalaureate degree in another field. The RN to BSN Program is offered online.
Most tracks in the RN to MSN Program, the Master of Science in Nursing Program (MSN), and the Certificate programs are offered through distance learning in online and blended course delivery. The Doctor of Nursing Practice Program (DNP) primarily utilizes an online format with some courses that may require a face-to-face option. Information about the Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Program (PhD) is included in the School of Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences section of the Bulletin.
Baccalaureate Program
Three options are available for students wishing to pursue the Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing degree: the Traditional BSN Program, the Accelerated BSN Program, and the RN to BSN Program. The RN to BSN Program is classified as online.
Purpose
The purpose of the baccalaureate program is to prepare nurses for entry-level professional practice and provide a solid foundation for graduate study.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, the master's degree program in nursing, the Doctor of Nursing Practice program and the post-graduate APRN certificate program in nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE).
BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Integrate knowledge and skills from the liberal arts, sciences, nursing, and other disciplines into professional nursing practice.
Apply knowledge and skills of organizational and systems leadership, quality improvement, and patient safety to improve patient care outcomes in diverse populations and health care settings.
Integrate current evidence from nursing research and other credible sources into professional nursing practice.
Integrate information management and patient care technologies into the delivery and evaluation of high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care in a variety of health care settings.
Apply knowledge of health care policy, finance, and regulatory environments to professional nursing practice.
Demonstrate effective inter- and intra-professional communication and collaboration skills in the delivery of evidence-based, patient-centered care across health care environments.
Implement strategies to facilitate health promotion, disease prevention, and health restoration of individuals, families, and populations across the lifespan.
Assume accountability for professional values and behaviors.
Deliver comprehensive patient- and population-centered care that reflects baccalaureate generalist nursing practice across the health-illness continuum and health care environments.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
The minimum criteria to be considered for admission to the baccalaureate nursing program are outlined under each specific program option. Admission consideration to the undergraduate program is made utilizing a holistic admission process by the Undergraduate Admission and Progression Committee based on evaluation of application data.
Traditional Baccalaureate Program
Chelsey Andries, DNP, RN, Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs
Keyshawnna Lee, PhD, RN, Program Director – Jackson Campus
Camille Beals, DNP, RN, Program Director – Oxford Site
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, the master's degree program in nursing, the Doctor of Nursing Practice program and the post-graduate APRN certificate program in nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Admission Criteria
A complete application;
Official ACT score;
- Applicants who have previously taken the ACT, please submit the ACT superscore as a part of the application process; this is not used as component of the criteria for admission but is required as a part of your documentation process for application. Failing to submit a previously taken ACT score will mean that the student can still be considered but will have to be placed on a defined plan of support throughout their matriculation.
- Applicants who have not taken an ACT are welcome to apply; the ACT is not a component of the criteria for admission into the UMMC SON.
A cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. (Hours from all previously attempted undergraduate course work are used in calculating the cumulative GPA.) The GPA in required prerequisite course work will also be considered in the admission process;
Completion of required prerequisite courses with a minimum of grade C in each course. Applicants may apply for admission when the number of prerequisite courses completed, plus those on the plan of study, equals 62 credit hours.
At least two science prerequisites must be successfully completed with a minimum of a grade C posted prior to the program application deadline.
Official transcripts from all schools attended.
Completion of statements sharing experiences demonstrating perseverance, service, leadership, and life experiences.
Depending on the program you are applying for, an interview may be required as a part of the holistic admissions process. Additional information will be provided to applicants when they are invited to interview.
In unusual instances, the Undergraduate Admission and Progression Committee may consider applicants who do not meet the admission criteria.
PREREQUISITE COURSES
The lower division is comprised of the following courses, which are prerequisites for the upper division of the baccalaureate program. The 62 credit hours of prerequisite courses include:
Natural Sciences and Mathematics: Science survey courses or courses for non-science majors are not acceptable for transfer credit. Anatomy and Physiology courses taken more than 10 years ago may not be accepted for transfer credit.
Required Courses
Microbiology – One course with a laboratory (4 hours)
Human Anatomy and Physiology – Two courses in sequence with labs which include the study of structure and function of the human body (8 hours)
College Algebra or higher level math (3 hours)
Statistics – Must include an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, including measures of central tendency, variability, correlation, t tests, z tests, ANOVA, chi-square, hypothesis testing, p levels and confidence intervals (3 hours)
General Psychology (3 hours)
Introductory Sociology (3 hours)
Human Growth and Development through the Life Cycle (3 hours):
In a senior college, Developmental Psychology, to include development from infancy through old age; or
In a junior or community college, Human Growth and Development, to include development from infancy through old age.
English Composition (6 hours)
Humanities and Fine Arts Electives (9) hours
General Elective Courses: (20 hours)
Suggested General Elective Courses
Abnormal Psychology | Economics |
History | Social Problems |
Anthropology | Geography |
Political Science | Chemistry |
Nutrition | Speech/Communication |
Suggested Courses for Humanities and Fine Arts Electives
Art | Survey of Religion | Foreign Languages |
Drama | Literature | History |
Music | Theatre | Journalism |
Philosophy |
Unacceptable Courses
None of the required courses listed, described, or recommended above may be met by the following: courses in physical training, military science, dogmatic religion; mathematics or science designed for non-science majors; or course credit granted without college level testing.
TRADITIONAL BSN PROGRAM PLAN OF STUDY - JACKSON CAMPUS AND OXFORD SITE
The following plan of study is for students who are admitted to the Traditional BSN Program. Plans of study may differ based on faculty and clinical resources and necessary curriculum changes. Students will be given the most recent plans of study by their academic advisor upon enrollment. Traditional BSN students are limited to 6 credit hours of electives within the program, excluding N409 (Clinical Nursing Elective) and N322 (Strategies for Success), if required.
Semester I – Summer | ||
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N 302 | Health Assessment Throughout the Life Span | 3 |
N 307 | Pathophysiology | 4 |
7 | ||
Semester II – Fall | ||
N 300 | Introduction to Health Promotion | 3 |
N 303 | Introduction to Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 |
N 304 | Introduction to Professional Nursing and Evidence Based Practice | 2 |
N 309 | Foundations of Nursing Practice | 5 |
13 | ||
Semester III – Spring | ||
N 444 | Adult Health I | 6 |
N 427 | Child-Adolescent Nursing | 5 |
N 428-1 | Nursing Research | 3 |
14 | ||
Semester III – Summer | ||
N 409 | Clinical Nursing Elective (optional) | 3 |
N 322 | Strategies for Success (may be required based on standardized examination score) | 1 |
4 | ||
Semester IV – Fall | ||
N 460 | Adult Health II | 6 |
N 426 | Maternal-Newborn Nursing | 5 |
N 439 | Population Based Nursing | 3 |
14 | ||
Semester V – Spring | ||
N 310 | Behavioral Nursing | 4 |
N 435 | Nursing Synthesis and Practicum | 4 |
N 449 | Nursing Management in Health Care Systems | 4 |
N 482 | Seminar | 2 |
14 | ||
TOTAL HOURS | 62 |
Accelerated Baccalaureate Nursing Program
Chelsey Andries, DNP, RN, Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs
Jennifer Hargett, DNP, RN, Director of Accelerated BSN Program – Jackson Campus
Lacey Gentry, DNP, APRN, Director of Accelerated BSN Program – Oxford Site
The purpose of the Accelerated Baccalaureate Program is to prepare nurses at an accelerated pace for entry-level professional practice and to provide a solid foundation for graduate study. The accelerated program is a continuous curriculum designed for students who have a prior baccalaureate degree in another field. Students complete a continuous 3-semester, 12-month curriculum. Students in the Oxford site program are admitted annually for fall semester entry. Students in the Jackson campus program are admitted annually for spring semester entry. All students must complete 62 hours of prerequisite course credits prior to entering the program. Active learning teaching strategies are used for course delivery in the Accelerated BSN Program option.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, the master's degree program in nursing, the Doctor of Nursing Practice program and the post-graduate APRN certificate program in nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE).
Admission Criteria
Admission to the Accelerated Baccalaureate Program is based on evaluation of the following by the Undergraduate Admission and Progression Committee:
A complete application;
Baccalaureate degree from a college accredited by one of the institutional accrediting agencies (applicants must hold the degree before beginning the Accelerated BSN program);
A cumulative overall GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale (Hours from all previously attempted undergraduate course work are used in calculating the cumulative GPA.)
Completion of required prerequisite courses with a minimum of grade C in each course. Applicants may apply for admission when the number of prerequisite courses completed, plus those on the plan of study, equals 62 credit hours. All prerequisite courses (76 credit hours) must be completed before beginning the nursing program.
At least two science prerequisites must be successfully completed with a minimum of grade C posted prior to the program application deadline.
Official transcripts from all schools attended.
Completion of statements sharing experiences demonstrating perseverance, service, leadership, and life experiences.
Depending on the program you are applying for, an interview may be required as a part of the holistic admissions process. Additional information will be provided to applicants when they are invited to interview.
Applicants who are admitted to the Accelerated BSN Program must attend a program overview day with the SON faculty held approximately 8 weeks before the program begins.
Students must enroll in full-time study in the Accelerated BSN program option. Because of the accelerated pace of the curriculum, students are strongly encouraged NOT to work while in the program.
PREREQUISITES
In addition to the prerequisite courses listed for the Traditional BSN program, Accelerated BSN applicants must have an additional 14 hours of academic electives. At least two of the science prerequisites must be completed with a posted grade prior to the program application deadline.
ACCELERATED BSN PROGRAM OPTION PLAN OF STUDY
The following plans of study are for students admitted to the Accelerated BSN Program. Plans of study may differ based on faculty and clinical resources and necessary curriculum changes. Students will be given the most recent plan of study upon enrollment.
FALL ADMISSION PLAN OF STUDY – OXFORD SITE
Semester I – Fall | ||
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N 412-1 | Professional Nursing Role Development I | 2 |
N 413-1 | Health and Illness Across the Lifespan I | 6 |
N 434-1 | Clinical Practicum I | 5 |
N 405 | Basic Health Assessment | 2 |
N 401 | Health Promotion in Populations | 2 |
N 433-1 | Interprofessional Education I | 1 |
18 | ||
Semester II – Spring | ||
N 413-2 | Health and Illness Across the Lifespan II | 6 |
N 434-2 | Clinical Practicum II | 5 |
N 403 | Health Care Leadership and Collaboration | 3 |
N 436 | Scholarship for Evidence Based Practice | 3 |
N 433-2 | Interprofessional Education II | 1 |
18 | ||
Semester III – Summer | ||
N 412-2 | Professional Nursing Role Development II | 1 |
N 413-3 | Health and Illness Across the Lifespan III | 4 |
N 434-3 | Clinical Practicum III | 4 |
N 497 | Nursing Capstone | 2 |
N 433-3 | Interprofessional Education III | 1 |
12 | ||
TOTAL HOURS | 48 |
SPRING ADMISSION PLAN OF STUDY – JACKSON CAMPUS
Semester I - Spring | ||
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N 412-1 | Professional Nursing Role Development I | 2 |
N 413-1 | Health and Illness Across the Lifespan I | 6 |
N 434-1 | Clinical Practicum I | 5 |
N 405 | Basic Health Assessment | 2 |
N 401 | Health Promotion in Populations | 2 |
N 433-1 | Interprofessional Education I | 1 |
18 | ||
Semester II – Summer | ||
N 403 | Health Care Leadership and Collaboration | 3 |
N 413-2 | Health and Illness Across the Lifespan II | 4 |
N 434-2 | Clinical Practicum II | 4 |
N 433-2 | Interprofessional Education II | 1 |
12 | ||
Semester III – Fall | ||
N 413-3 | Health and Illness Across the Lifespan III | 6 |
N 434-3 | Clinical Practicum III | 5 |
N 497 | Nursing Capstone | 2 |
N 412-2 | Professional Nursing Role Development II | 1 |
N 436 | Scholarship for Evidence Based Practice | 3 |
N 433-3 | Interprofessional Education III | 1 |
18 | ||
TOTAL HOURS | 48 |
RN to BSN Program (Post-RN)
Jill Clayton, PhD, RN, Program Director
Purpose
The purpose of the RN to BSN Program is to provide associate degree and diploma RNs a flexible program of study that will allow them to continue to meet work and other obligations while pursuing baccalaureate education. The program of study consists of 62 credit hours of lower division prerequisites and 31 credit hours of upper division nursing courses. All prerequisite hours must be completed at another institution prior to entering the program. After successful completion of N421 (Transitions and Trends in Professional Nursing), students who demonstrate proof of licensure will be awarded 31 hours of prior learning assessment (PLA) credit applicable toward hours required for the BSN degree. Students must complete 31 hours as a student enrolled in the School of Nursing. Graduates of the RN to BSN program will meet the standards and program outcomes for baccalaureate nursing education and receive the BSN degree. The RN to BSN program is classified as online.
RN to BSN (Post-RN) Admission Criteria
A completed application;
Completion of required prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of C in each course;
An associate degree or diploma in nursing from an accredited program (ACEN or CCNE), which included clinical practice courses in nursing;
A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale (Hours from all previously attempted undergraduate course work are used in calculating the cumulative GPA);
Evidence of a current and unrestricted RN license to practice in the United States and licensure/privilege to practice in Mississippi;
New associate degree graduates must successfully complete the NCLEX-RN® examination and become licensed as a registered nurse (RN) by the end of their first semester of course work; and,
Official transcripts from all schools attended.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, the master's degree program in nursing, the Doctor of Nursing Practice program and the post-graduate APRN certificate program in nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE).
PREREQUISITE COURSES
The lower division is comprised of the following courses, which are prerequisites for the upper division of the baccalaureate program. The 62 credit hours of prerequisite courses include: Natural Sciences and Mathematics: Science survey courses or courses for non-science majors are not acceptable for transfer credit. Anatomy and Physiology courses taken more than 10 years ago may not be accepted for transfer credit.
Required Courses
Microbiology – One course with a laboratory (4 hours)
Human Anatomy and Physiology – Two courses in sequence with labs which include the study of structure and function of the human body (8 hours)
College Algebra or higher level math (3 hours)
Statistics – Must include an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, including measures of central tendency, variability, correlation, t tests, z tests, ANOVA, chi-square, hypothesis testing, p levels and confidence intervals (3 hours)
Statistics may be taken as a prerequisite prior to or during enrollment in the RN-BSN program. If Statistics is not taken prior to entry, applicants must have a minimum of 60 hours of transferrable credit including the other 59 hours listed here.
General Psychology (3 hours)
Introductory Sociology (3 hours)
Human Growth and Development through the Life Cycle (3 hours):
In a senior college, Developmental Psychology, to include development from infancy through old age; or
In a junior or community college, Human Growth and Development, to include development from infancy through old age.
English Composition (6 hours)
Humanities and Fine Arts Electives (9) hours
General Elective Courses: (20 hours)
Suggested General Elective Courses
Abnormal Psychology | Economics |
History | Social Problems |
Anthropology | Geography |
Political Science | Chemistry |
Nutrition | Speech/Communication |
Suggested Courses for Humanities and Fine Arts Electives
Art | Survey of Religion | Foreign Languages |
Drama | Literature | History |
Music | Theatre | Journalism |
Philosophy |
Unacceptable Courses
None of the required courses listed, described, or recommended may be met by the following: courses in physical training, military science, or dogmatic religion; courses in mathematics or science designed for non-science majors; or course credit granted without college level testing.
SUGGESTED RN to BSN PLAN OF STUDY
The following core and elective courses comprise the RN to BSN Plan of Study. Plans of study may differ based on faculty and clinical resources and necessary curriculum changes. Students will be given the most recent plan of study upon enrollment. All students must take N421 during their first semester. To be considered full time, the student must be registered for at least 12 hours during a semester.
Core Courses (27 credit hours) plus Electives (4 credit hours) | |
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N 421 - Transitions and Trends in Professional Nursing | 3 |
N 408-1 - Health Promotion in Populations | 2 |
N 406 - Health Assessment | 2 |
N 407 - Pathophysiology | 3 |
N 432 - Introducaton to Professional Writing | 3 |
N 462 - Professional Role Enactment | 2 |
N 428 - Nursing Research | 3 |
N 528 - Leadership and Management | 3 |
N 431 - Patient Safety and Quality Improvement | 3 |
N 461 - Management and Leadership Practicum | 3 |
Approved Electives | 4 |
Total Hours | 31 |
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Nursing Education and Instruction Certificate
The Nursing Education and Instruction Certificate (NEI) is a pathway that combines learning theory and evaluation with teaching strategies. This certificate could be used for those who work in nursing staff development or who may want to enable preparation for a faculty role in the future. You will be introduced to concepts in nursing curriculum and evaluation, education, simulation, informatics and scholarship. This is an online certificate program for nurses who have a BSN, MSN, or doctorate degree.
Post Baccalaureate Certificate Outcomes
- Analyze theoretical knowledge from concepts in nursing, theories of education, informatics, education research outcomes, cultural influences, legal and ethical issues, and patient safety in relation to desired nursing education outcomes.
- Implement the role of nurse education in instructional delivery utilizing teaching strategies that are inclusive and learner-centered in the classroom, online, clinical, or simulation setting.
- Lead and coordinate curriculum development and evaluation for programs within academia and clinical environment.
Admission Criteria
- Admission to the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate program is based on an evaluation of the following data by the Graduate Admission and Progression Committee:
- Baccalaureate degree or higher in nursing from an accredited institution (ACEN - formerly NLNAC or CCNE) - which included upper-division theory and clinical practice courses in nursing; (Note: Applicants who are enrolled in the final semester of a baccalaureate nursing program may be considered.)
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; if not met, then a cumulative nursing GPA of 3.0 may be considered.
- Evidence of current unrestricted licensure (RN) to practice in the United States and eligibility for licensure in Mississippi and/or privilege to practice in a state in which the student may have clinical practice;
- Graduates of foreign schools whose academic language is not English: The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam is required to demonstrate competence in written and spoken English;
- If an applicant has been dismissed from any nursing program, one year must pass from date of dismissal to date of eligibility into any UMMC School of Nursing program.
Technical Standards for Admission, Progression and Graduation – (Technical Standards) are an integral component of the School of Nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center academic requirements that identify core professional nursing competencies in eight specific domains - critical thinking/cognitive competencies, professional relationships, communication, mobility, motor skills, hearing and visual skills, observation and tactile sense. Nursing students must meet all the requirements of the Technical Standards, with or without reasonable accommodations, in order to successfully progress through and graduate from their respective curricula.
Additional academic policies and regulations (including those pertaining to admission compliance, orientation, registration and examinations)
Suggested Post-Baccalaureate Plan of Study
The Nursing Education and Instruction Graduate Certificate combines learning theory and evaluation with teaching strategies. This is an online certificate program for nurses who have a BSN, MSN, or doctorate degree.
PLAN OF STUDY
Course | Name | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
N 613 | Foundations of Nurse Educator Role and Teaching Methods | 3 |
N 616-1 | Curriculum and Program Development and Evaluation | 3 |
N 613-1 | Simulation in Nursing Education | 1 |
N 615-1 | Educational Technology and Health Care Informatics | 3 |
TOTAL | 10 |
Progression:
Students must maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 in order to progress and complete.
RN to MSN Program
Tina Ferrell, PhD, RN, Program Director
Purpose
The purpose of the RN to MSN Program is to provide associate degree and diploma RNs a flexible program of study that will allow them to continue to meet work and other obligations while pursuing graduate education. Graduates of the RN to MSN Program will meet the standards and program outcomes for baccalaureate and master's nursing education and receive the MSN degree. After successful completion of N521-1 (Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice), students will be awarded 31 prior learning assessment (PLA) credit, applicable toward hours required for the MSN degree, for other nursing courses (taken in an associate or diploma program) equitable to UMMC School of Nursing courses.
Classrooms at all sites are equipped with distance learning technology. The courses for most tracks are offered online or in a blended format. Online courses meet synchronously or asynchronously and may require attendance at proctored examination or lab experiences. Blended courses require the student to be on campus several times during the semester. The Family Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Primary/Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner tracks may have some specialty courses that require meeting on the Jackson campus several times during the semester, primarily on weekends. Contact the track director for information about specific courses. Note: the first 45 clinical hours and an additional 200 clinical hours for the AGACNP track must occur at UMMC. The remaining 385 clinical hours may occur at UMMC main campus or at another approved site with an approved preceptor.
The University of Mississippi School of Nursing has five RN to MSN tracks leading to the Master of Science in Nursing degree: Nurse Educator, Nursing and Health Care Administrator, Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, and Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Preparation for advanced practice roles includes core content in research, informatics, finance and leadership, quality improvement, health policy, and theoretical foundation of the discipline. In addition, each track has specialized courses appropriate for the role. Part-time study is available. Candidates who successfully complete the program are awarded the Master of Science in Nursing degree. Graduates of all nurse practitioner tracks meet eligibility requirements for advanced practice certification by national professional organizations and by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. To be considered full time, the graduate student must be registered for at least 9 hours during the semester. The following MSN tracks are classified as online: AGACNP, FNP, NED, NHCA, and PMHNP.
The UMMC School of Nursing offers a concentration in Nursing Education and Instruction (NEI) for graduate level programs/tracks. The NEI concentration is a pathway that combines learning theory and evaluation with teaching strategies. This concentration could be used for those who work in nursing staff development or who may want to enable preparation for a faculty role in the future. You will be introduced to concepts in nursing curriculum and evaluation, education, simulation, informatics and scholarship. The RN to MSN with a concentration in Nursing Education and Instruction plans of study comprise these additional courses.
Nursing Education and Instruction Concentration | ||
Course | Name | Credit Hours |
N 613 | Foundations of Nurse Educator Role and Teaching Methods | 3 |
N 616-1 | Curriculum and Program Development and Evaluation | 3 |
N 613-1 | Simulation in Nursing Education | 1 |
N 615-1 | Educational Technology and Health Care Informatics | 3 |
TOTAL | 10 |
Admission Criteria
A completed application;
A resume providing an overview of education, credentials, work experience, skills and accomplishments;
Completion of required prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of C in each course;
An associate degree or diploma in nursing from a program that includes clinical practice courses in nursing, that is accredited by one of the institutional accrediting agencies, and that holds professional accreditation by CCNE or ACEN;
A minimum cumulative GPA (undergraduate and graduate coursework) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; if not met, then a cumulative nursing GPA of 3.0 may be considered.
One year of experience as a RN is required for all nurse practitioner tracks prior to beginning the program. Applicants for the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner track must have at least one year experience as a RN in critical/emergency care prior to beginning the program;
Evidence of current unrestricted licensure (RN) to practice in the United States and licensure/privilege to practice in Mississippi;
Preadmission Counseling (completed after the application is reviewed by the Graduate Admissions and Progression Committee);
Official transcripts from all schools attended.
Graduates of foreign schools whose academic language is not English: The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam is required to demonstrate competence in written and spoken English;
Once admitted to an MSN track, a student may only transfer to another track with permission of the track director and assistant dean for graduate studies. Students may not transfer into the FNP track.
Depending on the program you are applying for, an interview may be required as a part of the holistic admissions approach. Additional information will be provided to applicants when they are invited to interview.
Preference is given to applicants with recent full-time experience relevant to the selected track. In unusual instances, the Graduate Admission and Progression Committee may consider applicants who do not meet the admission criteria. The School of Nursing reserves the right to offer programs based on the number of acceptable applicants admitted. When a program is not offered due to limited enrollment, the applicant will be notified and other admission options will be explored.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, the master's degree program in nursing, the Doctor of Nursing Practice program and the post-graduate APRN certificate program in nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE ).
PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Prerequisite Courses (62 credit hours)
The lower division is comprised of the following courses, which are prerequisites for the upper division of the RN to MSN Program.
PREREQUISITE COURSES
The lower division is comprised of the following courses, which are prerequisites for the upper division of the baccalaureate program. The 62 credit hours of prerequisite courses include:
Natural Sciences and Mathematics: Science survey courses or courses for non-science majors are not acceptable for transfer credit. Anatomy and Physiology courses taken more than 10 years ago may not be accepted for transfer credit.
Required Courses
Microbiology – One course with a laboratory (4 hours)
Human Anatomy and Physiology – Two courses in sequence with labs which include the study of structure and function of the human body (8 hours)
College Algebra or higher level math (3 hours)
Statistics – Must include an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, including measures of central tendency, variability, correlation, t tests, z tests, ANOVA, chi-square, hypothesis testing, p levels and confidence intervals (3 hours)
General Psychology (3 hours)
Introductory Sociology (3 hours)
Human Growth and Development through the Life Cycle (3 hours):
In a senior college, Developmental Psychology, to include development from infancy through old age; or
In a junior or community college, Human Growth and Development, to include development from infancy through old age.
English Composition (6 hours)
Humanities and Fine Arts Electives (9) hours
General Elective Courses: (20 hours)
Suggested General Elective Courses
Abnormal Psychology | Economics |
History | Social Problems |
Anthropology | Geography |
Political Science | Chemistry |
Nutrition | Speech/Communication |
Suggested Courses for Humanities and Fine Arts Electives
Art | Survey of Religion | Foreign Languages |
Drama | Literature | History |
Music | Theatre | Journalism |
Philosophy |
Unacceptable Courses
None of the required courses listed, described, or recommended above may be met by the following: courses in physical training, military science, or dogmatic religion; courses in mathematics or science designed for non-science majors; course credit granted without college level testing; or courses taken from a college or university that was not accredited by an institutional accrediting agency.
Suggested Plans of Study
Family Nurse Practitioner
Derek Holt, DNP, APRN, Track Director
RN to MSN PLAN OF STUDY
Summer | ||
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N 521-1 | Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice | 4 |
N 533 | Portal to Research Design and Methods | 1 |
N 526 | Portal to Advanced Health Assessment | 1 |
N 538 | Health Care Leadership and Collaboration | 3 |
9 | ||
Fall | ||
N 524 | Portal to Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 2 |
N 527 | Health Promotion in Populations | 2 |
N 610 | Reproductive Health for Advanced Nursing Practice | 3 |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
N 677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 |
12 | ||
Spring | ||
N 637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 |
N 666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 |
N 531-1 | Health Information Technology and Patient Safety | 3 |
N 612 | Therapeutic Management of the Pediatric Patient | 2 |
N 685-1 | Practicum in Primary Care I (90 clinical hours) | 2 |
13 | ||
Summer | ||
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 |
N 617 | Informatics and Health Care Technology | 1 |
N 682-1 | Therapeutic Management in Primary Care I | 2 |
N 685-2 | Practicum in Primary Care II (135 clinical hours) | 3 |
9 | ||
Fall | ||
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N 682-2 | Therapeutic Management in Primary Care II | 2 |
N 685-3 | Practicum in Primary Care III (180 clinical hours) | 4 |
N 669 | Role Development and Role Enactment for Advanced Role Practice in Nursing | 3 |
11 | ||
Spring | ||
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 |
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 |
N 682-3 | Therapeutic Management in Primary Care Management III | 2 |
N 685-4 | Practicum in Primary Care IV (225 clinical hours) | 5 |
12 | ||
Total Hours | 66 |
Nurse Educator
Kimberly Douglas, PhD, RN, Track Director
RN to MSN PLAN OF STUDY
Summer | ||
---|---|---|
N 521-1 | Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice | 4 |
N 533 | Portal to Research Design and Methods | 1 |
N 538 | Health Care Leadership and Collaboration | 3 |
N 526 | Portal to Advanced Health Assessment | 1 |
9 | ||
Fall | ||
N 524 | Portal to Advanced Pathology/Pathophysiology | 2 |
N 613 | Foundations of Nurse Educator Role and Teaching Methods | 3 |
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
N677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 |
12 | ||
Spring | ||
N 531-1 | Health Information Technology and Patient Safety | 3 |
N 614-1 | Nurse Educator Practicum (Practicum I) (90 clinical hours) | 2 |
N 637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 |
N 666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 |
11 | ||
Summer | ||
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 |
N 527 | Health Promotion in Populations | 2 |
N 615-1 | Educational Technology and Health Care Informatics | 3 |
N 620-1 | Direct Care Role of the Nurse Educator (Practicum II) (90 clinical hours) | 2 |
10 | ||
Fall | ||
N 616-1 | Curriculum and Program Development and Evaluation | 3 |
N 625 | Nurse Educator Practicum III (180 clinical hours) | 4 |
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 |
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 |
12 | ||
Total Hours | 54 |
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Audwin Fletcher, PhD, APRN, Track Director
RN to MSN PLAN OF STUDY
Summer | ||
---|---|---|
N 521-1 | Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice | 4 |
N 533 | Portal to Research Design and Methods | 1 |
N 526 | Portal to Advanced Health Assessment | 1 |
N 538 | Health Care Leadership and Collaboration | 3 |
9 | ||
Fall | ||
N 524 | Portal to Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 2 |
N 527 | Health Promotion in Populations | 2 |
N 600 | Application and Interpretation of Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Diagnostic Modalities | 2 |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
N 677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 |
11 | ||
Spring | ||
N 531-1 | Health Information Technology and Patient Safety | 3 |
N 601-1 | Practicum in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner I (45 clinical hours) | 1 |
N 637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 |
N 666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 |
10 | ||
Summer | ||
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 |
N 617 | Informatics and Health Care Technology | 1 |
N 601-2 | Practicum in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner II (135 clinical hours) | 3 |
N 605-1 | Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Assessment, Management, and Evaluation I | 2 |
9 | ||
Fall | ||
N 601-3 | Practicum in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner III (225 clinical hours) | 5 |
N 605-2 | Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Assessment, Management, and Evaluation II | 2 |
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N 669 | Role Development and Role Enactment for Advanced Role Practice in Nursing | 3 |
12 | ||
Spring | ||
N 601-4 | Practicum in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner IV (225 clinical hours) | 5 |
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 |
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 |
10 | ||
Total Hours | 61 |
Nursing and Health Care Administrator
Debi Lane Fatherree, DNP, RN, Track Director
RN to MSN PLAN OF STUDY
Summer | ||
---|---|---|
N 521-1 | Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice | 4 |
N 533 | Portal to Research Design and Methods | 1 |
N 538 | Health Care Leadership and Collaboration | 3 |
8 | ||
Fall | ||
N 527 | Health Promotion in Populations | 2 |
N 540 | Portal to Fiscal and Operations Management | 1 |
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 |
8 | ||
Spring | ||
N 531-1 | Health Information Technology and Patient Safety | 3 |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
N 641 | Fiscal and Operations Management | 3 |
N 545 | Portal to Organizational Leadership and Communication | 2 |
10 | ||
Summer | ||
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 |
N 640 | Project Management | 3 |
N 646 | Organizational Leadership and Communication | 3 |
9 | ||
Fall | ||
N 644 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 |
N 658 | Strategic Management | 3 |
8 | ||
Spring | ||
N 659 | Residency in Nursing and Health Care Administrator Role (525 clinical hours) | 7 |
N 696 | Directed Study in Management Research | 3 |
10 | ||
Total Hours | 53 |
Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Carl Mangum, PhD, APRN, Track Director
RN to MSN PLAN OF STUDY
Summer | ||
---|---|---|
N 521-1 | Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice | 4 |
N 533 | Portal to Research Design and Methods | 1 |
N 526 | Portal to Advanced Health Assessment | 1 |
N 538 | Health Care Leadership and Collaboration | 3 |
9 | ||
Fall | ||
N 524 | Portal to Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 2 |
N 527 | Health Promotion in Populations | 2 |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
N 677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 |
9 | ||
Spring | ||
N 666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 |
N 637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 |
N 531-1 | Health Information Technology and Patient Safety | 3 |
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 |
11 | ||
Summer | ||
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 |
N 617 | Informatics and Health Care Technology | 1 |
N 687-1 | Clinical Assessment of Persons with Mental Health Problems – Family | 2 |
N 686-1 | Practicum in Clinical Assessment of Persons with Mental Health Problems I – Family (180 clinical hrs.) | 4 |
10 | ||
Fall | ||
N 669 | Role Development and Role Enactment for Advanced Role Practice in Nursing | 3 |
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N 687-2 | Clinical Management of Individuals with Mental Health Problems II – Family | 3 |
N 686-2 | Practicum in Clinical Management of Individuals with Mental Health Problems II – Family (180 clinical hours) | 4 |
12 | ||
Spring | ||
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 |
N 687-3 | Clinical Management of Families and Groups with Mental Health Problems III | 2 |
N 686-3 | Practicum in Clinical Management of Families and Groups with Mental Health Problems III (270 clinical hours) | 6 |
11 | ||
Total Hours | 62 |
Master of Science in Nursing
Audwin Fletcher, PhD, APRN, Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs
The University of Mississippi School of Nursing, located on the only health science campus in Mississippi, provides an excellent environment for learning. The School of Nursing shares the campus with six other professional schools: Medicine, Health Related Professions, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Population Health, and Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences. The School of Nursing graduate program is affiliated with several hundred hospitals, community health centers, health departments, private practice and community clinics, and schools, affording the student extensive opportunity for interdisciplinary collaboration in clinical practice and research.
Classrooms at all sites are equipped with distance learning technology. The courses for most tracks are offered online or in a blended format. Online courses meet synchronously or asynchronously and may require attendance at proctored examination or lab experiences. Blended courses require the student to be on campus several times during the semester. The Family Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Primary/Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner tracks may have some specialty courses that require meeting on the Jackson campus several times during the semester, primarily on weekends. Contact the track director for information about specific courses. Note: The first 45 clinical hours and an additional 200 clinical hours for the AGACNP track must occur at UMMC. The remaining 385 clinical hours may occur at UMMC Jackson campus or at another approved site with an approved preceptor.
The University of Mississippi School of Nursing has seven tracks leading to the Master of Science in Nursing degree: Nurse Educator, Nursing and Health Care Administrator, Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, and Primary/Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (dual role). Preparation for advanced practice roles includes core content in research, informatics, finance and leadership, quality improvement, health policy, and theoretical foundation of the discipline. In addition, each track has specialized courses appropriate for the role. Part-time study is available. Candidates who successfully complete the program are awarded the Master of Science in Nursing degree. Graduates of all nurse practitioner tracks meet eligibility requirements for advanced practice certification by national professional organizations and by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. To be considered full time, the graduate student must be registered for at least 9 hours during the semester. The following MSN tracks are classified as online: AGACNP, FNP, NED, NHCA, and PMHNP.
The UMMC School of Nursing offers a concentration in Nursing Education and Instruction (NEI) for graduate level programs/tracks. The NEI concentration is a pathway that combines learning theory and evaluation with teaching strategies. This concentration could be used for those who work in nursing staff development or who may want to enable preparation for a faculty role in the future. You will be introduced to concepts in nursing curriculum and evaluation, education, simulation, informatics and scholarship. The MSN with a concentration in Nursing Education and Instruction plans of study comprise these additional courses.
Nursing Education and Instruction Concentration | ||
Course | Name | Credit Hours |
N 613 | Foundations of Nurse Educator Role and Teaching Methods | 3 |
N 616-1 | Curriculum and Program Development and Evaluation | 3 |
N 613-1 | Simulation in Nursing Education | 1 |
N 615-1 | Educational Technology and Health Care Informatics | 3 |
TOTAL | 10 |
Purpose
The purposes of the master's program are to: 1) prepare baccalaureate nurses for advanced practice and 2) provide a solid foundation for additional graduate study.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, the master's degree program in nursing, the Doctor of Nursing Practice program and the post-graduate APRN certificate program in nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE).
MASTER'S PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Background for Practice from Sciences and Humanities
Clinical Prevention and Population Health for Improving Health
Master's Level Nursing Practice
Apply broad, organizational, patient-centered, ethical, and culturally responsive concepts into daily practice.
Demonstrate theoretical knowledge from nursing and other disciplines to advanced role practice in nursing for analysis of clinical problems, illness prevention, and health promotion strategies.
Utilize quality processes to evaluate outcomes of aggregates and monitor trends in health care.
Organizational and Systems Leadership
Quality Improvement and Safety
Analyze the impact of systems on patient outcomes.
Demonstrate leadership in providing quality cost-effective care, with management of human, fiscal, and physical resources.
Translating and Integrating Scholarship into Practice
Apply translational research in the practice setting through problem identification, systematic inquiry, and continuous improvement processes.
Informatics and Health Care Technologies
Utilize current technologies to deliver, enhance, and document care across multiple settings to achieve optimal outcomes.
Health Policy and Advocacy
Articulate change within organizational structures of various health care delivery systems to impact policy, financing, and access to quality health care.
Interprofessional Collaboration for Improving Patient and Population Health Outcomes
Lead and coordinate interdisciplinary teams across care environments to reduce barriers, facilitate access to care, and improve health outcomes.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Admission to the master's program is based on evaluation of the following by the Graduate Admission and Progression Committee.
A completed application;
A resume providing an overview of education, credentials, work experience, skills and accomplishments;
- An associate degree or diploma in nursing from a program that includes clinical practice courses in nursing, that is accredited by one of the institutional accrediting agencies, and that holds professional accreditation by CCNE or ACEN;
A minimum cumulative GPA (undergraduate and graduate coursework) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; if not met, then a cumulative nursing GPA of 3.0 may be considered.
- One year of experience as a RN is required for all nurse practitioner tracks prior to beginning courses. Applicants for the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner track must have at least one year experience as a RN in critical/emergency care prior to beginning courses. Applicants for the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Program must have at least one year of clinical experience as an RN prior to beginning the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner track and 2 years of NICU clinical experience as an RN before taking any clinical courses. Applicants for the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program must have at least one year of clinical experience as an RN in pediatrics prior to beginning the program and 2 years of pediatric clinical experience as an RN before taking any clinical courses;
Evidence of current unrestricted licensure (RN) to practice in the United States and licensure/privilege to practice in Mississippi;
Preadmission Counseling (completed after the application is reviewed by the Graduate Admissions and Progression Committee);
Official transcripts from all schools attended.
Graduates of foreign schools whose academic language is not English: The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam is required to demonstrate competence in written and spoken English;
Once admitted to an MSN program, a student may only transfer to another program with permission of the program director and assistant dean for graduate studies. Students may not transfer into the FNP program.
Depending on the program you are applying for, an interview may be required as a part of the holistic admissions approach. Additional information will be provided to applicants when they are invited to interview.
Preference is given to applicants with recent full-time experience relevant to the selected track. In unusual instances, the Graduate Admission and Progression Committee may consider applicants who do not meet the admission criteria. The School of Nursing reserves the right to offer programs based on the number of acceptable applicants admitted. When a program is not offered due to limited enrollment, the applicant will be notified and other admission options will be explored.
RESIDENCE
Depending upon the MSN track, a minimum of one academic year of course work with continuous residence is required. The total number of hours must be equivalent to a full-time plan of study for two or three semesters.
TIME LIMIT FOR DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
All requirements for the MSN degree must be completed within a six-year time span.
Suggested Plans of Study
Family Nurse Practitioner
Derek Holt, DNP, APRN, Track Director
The Family Nurse Practitioner track (FNP) is designed to prepare nurses to deliver primary health care to adults and families. The didactic curriculum provides students with advanced knowledge and skills in biophysiological science, pharmacotherapeutics, primary care concepts, advanced assessments, and diagnostic skills as a basis for clinical practice. The clinical component consists of a minimum of 630 hours of guided experience under the mentorship of an advanced practice nurse or a physician. Plans of study are designed by faculty with individual consideration given to students' goals and geographic locations.
PLAN OF STUDY
Fall | ||
---|---|---|
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 |
N 677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 |
N 610 | Reproductive Health for Advanced Nursing Practice | 3 |
11 | ||
Spring | ||
N 637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
N 612 | Therapeutic Management of the Pediatric Client | 2 |
N 685-1 | Practicum in Primary Care I (90 clinical hours) | 2 |
N 666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 |
12 | ||
Summer | ||
N 682-1 | Therapeutic Management in Primary Care I | 2 |
N 685-2 | Practicum in Primary Care II (135 clinical hours) | 3 |
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 |
N 617 | Informatics and Health Care Technology | 1 |
9 | ||
Fall | ||
N 682-2 | Therapeutic Management in Primary Care II | 2 |
N 685-3 | Practicum in Primary Care III (180 clinical hours) | 4 |
N 669 | Role Development and Role Enactment for Advanced Role Practice in Nursing | 3 |
9 | ||
Spring | ||
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 |
N 682-3 | Therapeutic Management in Primary Care III | 2 |
N 685-4 | Practicum in Primary Care IV (225 clinical hours) | 5 |
9 | ||
Total Hours | 50 |
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Audwin Fletcher, PhD, APRN, Track Director
The Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner track (AGACNP) is designed to prepare nurses to deliver acute and/or critical care to adult and older adult clients in a variety of settings. The didactic curriculum will provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in biophysiological science, pharmacotherapeutics, acute and/or critical care concepts, advanced assessments and diagnostic skills as a basis for clinical practice. The clinical component consists of a minimum of 630 hours of guided experience in select areas under the mentorship of an advanced practice nurse or a physician. Plans of study are designed by faculty with individual consideration given to students' goals and geographic locations.
PLAN OF STUDY
Fall | ||
---|---|---|
N 677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 |
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 |
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N 600 | Application and Interpretation of Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Diagnostic Modalities | 2 |
10 | ||
Spring | ||
N 601-1 | Practicum in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner I (Clinical 45 hours) | 1 |
N 666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 |
N 637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
9 | ||
Summer | ||
N 601-2 | Practicum in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner II (Clinical 135 hours) | 3 |
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 |
N 617 | Informatics and Health Care Technology | 1 |
N 605-1 | Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Assessment, Management & Evaluation I | 2 |
9 | ||
Fall | ||
N 601-3 | Practicum in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner III (Clinical 225 hours) | 5 |
N 605-2 | Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Assessment, Management & Evaluation II | 2 |
N 669 | Role Development and Role Enactment for Advanced Role Practice in Nursing | 3 |
10 | ||
Spring | ||
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 |
N 601-4 | Practicum in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner IV (Clinical 225 hours) | 5 |
7 | ||
Total Hours | 45 |
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Amy Lowery Carroll, DNP, APRN, Track Director
The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) is prepared to deliver comprehensive care to pre-term and full-term infants. The curriculum emphasizes advanced nursing care of newborns and infants from birth through the first two years of life. The spectrum of health from promotion of wellness to management of acute and chronic illness in a variety of settings is incorporated into the program. The clinical component consists of a minimum of 630 hours of guided experience in select settings under the mentorship of an advanced practice nurse or a physician.
PLAN OF STUDY
Fall | |||
---|---|---|---|
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 | |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 | |
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 | |
N 677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 | |
10 | |||
Spring | |||
N 637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 | |
N 666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 | |
N 618 | Focus on Advanced Nursing Practice Specialization – Neonatal | 2 | |
8 | |||
Summer | |||
N 617 | Informatics and Health Care Technology | 1 | |
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 | |
N 629-1 | Advanced Neonatal Nursing I | 3 | |
N 634-1 | Practicum I – Neonatal Nurse Practitioner I (90 clinical hours) | 2 | |
9 | |||
Fall | |||
N 669 | Role Development and Role Enactment for Advanced Role Practice in Nursing | 3 | |
N 629-2 | Advanced Neonatal Nursing II | 4 | |
N 634-2 | Practicum II – Neonatal Nurse Practitioner II (135 clinical hours) | 3 | |
10 | |||
Spring | |||
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 | |
N 629-3 | Advanced Neonatal Nursing III | 4 | |
N 634-3 | Practicum III – Neonatal Nurse Practitioner III (135 clinical hours) | 3 | |
9 | |||
Summer | |||
N 634-4 | Residency Program (270 clinical hours) | 7 | |
Total Hours | 53 |
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Acute Care/Primary Care (Dual Role)
Amy Lowery Carroll, DNP, APRN, Track Director
The dual role Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Acute Care/Primary Care (PNP, AC/PC) is prepared to provide advanced care in both primary and acute care settings. The curriculum emphasizes advanced nursing care of infants, children, and adolescents with acute and complex health disorders. The spectrum of health from promotion of wellness to management of acute and chronic illness in a variety of settings is incorporated into the program. The clinical component consists of a minimum of 990 hours of guided experience in select settings under the mentorship of an advanced practice nurse or a physician.
PLAN OF STUDY
Fall | ||
---|---|---|
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 |
N 677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 |
N 660 | Focus on Advanced Nursing Practice Specialization – Pediatrics | 2 |
12 | ||
Spring | ||
N 637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 |
N 666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 |
N 612-1 | Therapeutic Management of the Pediatric Client | 2 |
N 661-1 | Practicum for Pediatrics I (180 clinical hours, primary care) | 4 |
12 | ||
Summer | ||
N 617 | Informatics and Health Care Technology | 1 |
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 |
N 612-2 | Therapeutic Management of the Pediatric Client II (chronic care) | 2 |
N 661-2 | Practicum for Pediatrics II (180 clinical hours) | 4 |
10 | ||
Fall | ||
N 669 | Role Development and Role Enactment for Advanced Role Practice in Nursing | 3 |
N 612-3 | Therapeutic Management of the Pediatric Client III (acute care) | 2 |
N 661-3 | Practicum for Pediatrics III (180 clinical hours) | 4 |
9 | ||
Spring | ||
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 |
N 612-4 | Therapeutic Management of the Pediatric Client IV (critical care) | 2 |
N 661-4 | Practicum for Pediatrics IV (180 clinical hours) | 4 |
8 | ||
Summer | ||
N 661-5 | Residency Program (270 clinical hours) | 7 |
Total Hours | 58 |
Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Carl Mangum, PhD, APRN, Track Director
The Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is prepared to provide advanced mental health care. The curriculum assists students to develop skills for independent and interdependent decision-making and direct accountability for clinical judgment. The required skills include comprehensive physical and mental health assessment, diagnosis, and psychotherapeutic and pharmacological interventions. The graduate will be able to participate in and use research, help to develop and implement health policy, implement educational programs, and provide case management and consultation in his/her area of expertise.
PLAN OF STUDY
Fall | ||
---|---|---|
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 |
N 677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 |
8 | ||
Spring | ||
N 637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
N 666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 |
8 | ||
Summer | ||
N 686-1 | Practicum in Clinical Assessment of Persons with Mental Health Problems I - Family (180 clinical hours) | 4 |
N 687-1 | Clinical Assessment of Persons with Mental health Problems I – Family | 2 |
N 617 | Informatics and Health Care Technology | 1 |
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 |
10 | ||
Fall | ||
N 669 | Role Development and Role Enactment for Advanced Role Practice in Nursing | 3 |
N 687-2 | Clinical Management of Individuals with Mental Health Problems II – Family | 3 |
N 686-2 | Practicum in Clinical Management of Individuals with Mental Health Problems II – Family (180 clinical hours) | 4 |
10 | ||
Spring | ||
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 |
N 687-3 | Clinical Management of Families and Groups with Mental Health Problems III | 2 |
N 686-3 | Practicum in Clinical Management of Families and Groups with Mental Health Problems III – (270 clinical hours) | 6 |
10 | ||
Total Hours | 46 |
Nurse Educator
Kimberly Douglas, PhD, RN, Track Director
A nurse prepared at the master's level in the Nurse Educator track (NED) is able to serve important functions as an expert health agency educator and as a faculty member in a nursing education program. To achieve this goal, the Nurse Educator track provides the graduate learner with the knowledge, skills, and abilities of specialty nursing practice. The Nurse Educator curriculum provides the learner with a foundation to pursue doctoral education. All track-specific courses are offered online. Others are online or blended courses.
PLAN OF STUDY
Fall 1 | ||
---|---|---|
N 677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 |
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N 613 | Foundations of Nurse Educator Role and Teaching Methods | 3 |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
10 | ||
Spring 1 | ||
N 637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 |
N 614-1 | Nurse Educator Practicum I (90 clinical hours) | 2 |
N 666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 |
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 |
10 | ||
Summer 2 | ||
N 615-1 | Educational Technology and Health Care Informatics | 3 |
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 |
N 620-1 | Direct Care Role of the Nurse Educator (Practicum II (90 hours) | 2 |
8 | ||
Fall 2 | ||
N 616-1 | Curriculum and Program Development and Evaluation | 3 |
N 625 | Nurse Educator Practicum III (180 hours) | 4 |
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 |
10 | ||
Total Hours | 38 |
Nursing and Health Care Administrator
Debi Lane Fatherree, DNP, RN, Track Director
The Nursing and Health Care Administrator track (NHCA) provides a comprehensive study of concepts, theories, and research for effective management of health care systems. Students immerse themselves in courses that provide experiential learning in finance, management, organization administration, policy, and strategic management. The program culminates in a full-time-equivalent residency in which students integrate practice, theory, and research with a senior administrator in health care. The plan of study is flexible and can be adapted to student needs during the year. The residency and accompanying directed study are the final components of the program, and the student may enroll in these during spring, summer, or fall terms. Part-time and full-time plans of study are available.
PLAN OF STUDY
Fall | ||
---|---|---|
N 632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N 644 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
N 658 | Strategic Management | 3 |
N 652-1 | Finance and Leadership in Health Care Systems | 3 |
11 | ||
Spring | ||
N 641 | Fiscal and Operations Management | 3 |
N 607-1 | Health Policy and Population Health | 2 |
N 633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
7 | ||
Summer | ||
ID 630 | Health Care Quality Improvement | 3 |
N 646 | Organizational Leadership and Communication | 3 |
N 640 | Project Management (or another approved elective) | 3 |
9 | ||
Fall 2 | ||
N 659 | Residency in the Nursing and Health Care Administrator Role (525 clinical hours) | 7 |
N 696 | Directed Study in Management Research | 3 |
10 | ||
Total Hours | 37 |
Post-Graduate Certificate
Audwin Fletcher, PhD, APRN, Track Director
The Post-Graduate Certificate is designed for registered nurses who already hold a degree in nursing and who seek academic preparation in a new specialty or subspecialty area of advanced nursing practice. Post-Graduate Certificate students may apply for any of the specialty options offered by the School of Nursing. Theory and clinical experiences focus on the role selected by the student and are congruent with the student's long-term career goals. The curriculum consists of supportive science and clinical specialty courses. Each certificate is designed to be in compliance with national certification requirements including required support courses, didactic specialty courses, and clinical hours. Students who complete the Post-Graduate Nurse Practitioner tracks are academically eligible for national certification by professional organizations and for state certification by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. Post-Graduate plans of study are individualized based on previous coursework. Students are required to complete all specialty courses and any support courses not previously completed. Based on individual review of MSN coursework, Post-Graduate Certificate students are not required to complete MSN core courses (see the previous section on MSN curriculum for the BSN-prepared RN for a listing of courses for each specialty area). The following tracks are classified as online: Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator, Nursing and Health Care Administrator, and Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
POST-GRADUATE CERTIFICATE OUTCOMES
Background for Practice from Sciences and Humanities
Clinical Prevention and Population Health for Improving Health
Master's Level Nursing Practice
Apply broad, organizational, patient-centered, ethical, and culturally responsive concepts into daily practice.
Demonstrate theoretical knowledge from nursing and other disciplines to advanced role practice in nursing for analysis of clinical problems, illness prevention, and health promotion strategies.
Utilize quality processes to evaluate outcomes of aggregates and monitor trends in health care.
Organizational and Systems Leadership
Quality Improvement and Safety
Analyze the impact of systems on patient outcomes.
Demonstrate leadership in providing quality cost-effective care, with management of human, fiscal, and physical resources.
Translating and Integrating Scholarship into Practice
Apply translational research in the practice setting through problem identification, systematic inquiry, and continuous improvement processes.
Informatics and Health Care Technologies
Utilize current technologies to deliver, enhance, and document care across multiple settings to achieve optimal outcomes.
Health Policy and Advocacy
Articulate change within organizational structures of various health care delivery systems to impact policy, financing, and access to quality health care.
Interprofessional Collaboration for Improving Patient and Population Health Outcomes
Lead and coordinate interdisciplinary teams across care environments to reduce barriers, facilitate access to care, and improve health outcomes.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Admission to a Post-Graduate track is based on evaluation of the following by the Graduate Admission and Progression Committee.
A complete application;
Master's degree in nursing from an institution that is accredited by an institutional accrediting body and that holds professional accreditation by CCNE or ACEN;
An overall GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. If the overall GPA is less than 3.0, the nursing GPA may be considered
Undergraduate or graduate level statistics course;
One year of experience as a RN is required for all nurse practitioner tracks prior to beginning courses. Applicants for the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner track must have at least one year experience as a RN in critical/emergency care prior to beginning courses. Applicants for the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Program must have at least one year of clinical experience as an RN prior to beginning the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner track and 2 years of NICU clinical experience as an RN before taking any clinical courses. Applicants for the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program must have at least one year of clinical experience as an RN in pediatrics prior to beginning the program and 2 years of pediatric clinical experience as an RN before taking any clinical courses.;
Evidence of current unrestricted licensure (RN) to practice in the United States and licensure/privilege to practice in Mississippi;
Official transcripts from all schools attended;
Graduates of foreign schools whose academic language is not English: The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam is required to demonstrate competence in written and spoken English;
Pre-admission counseling, (completed after the application is reviewed by the graduate admission and progression committee).
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In unusual instances, the Graduate Admission and Progression Committee may consider applicants who do not meet the admission criteria. The School of Nursing reserves the right to offer tracks based on the number of acceptable applicants admitted. When a track is not offered due to limited enrollment, the applicant will be notified and other admission options will be explored.
RESIDENCE
Depending upon the MSN track, a minimum of one academic year of course work with continuous residence is required. The total number of hours must be equivalent to a full-time plan of study for two or three semesters.
TIME LIMIT FOR DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
All requirements for the Post-Master's certificate must be completed within a six-year time span.
SUGGESTED POST-GRADUATE PLANS OF STUDY
Students will be given an individualized plan of study appropriate for their role by their academic advisor upon enrollment. Students in a Post-Graduate nurse practitioner track who already have Nurse Practitioner certification in another area will typically have a shorter plan of study. For the Adult Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Track, students with ER/ICU experience as a nurse practitioner will complete a minimum of 500 clinical hours and may be required to complete up to 630 clinical hours. Contact the appropriate track director regarding a plan of study that is developed based on your previous graduate nursing coursework.
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program
Linda Upchurch, DNP, APRN, Program Director
Admission to a Post-Graduate track is based on evaluation of the following by the Graduate Admission and Progression Committee.
OVERVIEW
The DNP Program is based on the AACN Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice. UMMC offers two entry points to the DNP – the Post-Baccalaureate DNP (multiple tracks available) and the Post-Graduate DNP. Applicants interested in pursuing a Nurse Practitioner track in the DNP Program must complete the post-baccalaureate DNP application.
The purpose of the DNP Program is to prepare advanced practice nurses at the highest professional level of clinical nursing practice to advance the application of nursing knowledge through the conduct and use of research and evidence based practice for the purpose of improving health care to diverse populations. Nurses who wish to continue their education in the areas of advanced practice, nursing and health administration, or staff development may consider the DNP option. It is a viable option for nurse practitioners, nurse midwives, nurse anesthetists, nurses in or pursuing health administration positions, or nurses who work in staff development.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, the master's degree program in nursing, the Doctor of Nursing Practice program and the post-graduate APRN certificate program in nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE).
The UMMC School of Nursing offers a concentration in Nursing Education and Instruction (NEI) for graduate level programs/tracks. The NEI concentration is a pathway that combines learning theory and evaluation with teaching strategies. This concentration could be used for those who work in nursing staff development or who may want to enable preparation for a faculty role in the future. You will be introduced to concepts in nursing curriculum and evaluation, education, simulation, informatics and scholarship. The DNP with a concentration in Nursing Education and Instruction plans of study comprise these additional courses.
Nursing Education and Instruction Concentration | ||
Course | Name | Credit Hours |
N 613 | Foundations of Nurse Educator Role and Teaching Methods | 3 |
N 616-1 | Curriculum and Program Development and Evaluation | 3 |
N 613-1 | Simulation in Nursing Education | 1 |
N 615-1 | Educational Technology and Health Care Informatics | 3 |
TOTAL | 10 |
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Admissions to the Post-Graduate track are accepted for the spring, summer, and fall semesters. Application deadlines are as follows: Spring – September 15, Summer – February 1 and Fall – March 15. Admissions to all of the BSN to DNP Nurse Practitioner tracks are accepted for fall semester only.
The deadline for receipt of completed applications is March 15 for fall semester admission.
Individuals seeking admission to the DNP Program must meet the following requirements:
Completed application;
Graduate nursing cumulative GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale for the Post-Graduate DNP Program or a (undergraduate and graduate) GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale if applying for the post-baccalaureate DNP;
Previous degree: For Post-Baccalaureate applicants, a BSN is required; Post-Graduate applicants must hold a BSN degree and a master's degree in nursing;
Evidence of an unrestricted/unencumbered nursing license as a registered nurse in the United States or one of its territories and be eligible for licensure in Mississippi. May and December BSN graduates who are applying to the Post-Baccalaureate DNP must successfully complete NCLEX-RN® and be licensed as a RN prior to the program's start date. August BSN graduates must successfully complete NCLEX-RN® and be licensed as a RN during the first semester of the Post-Baccalaureate DNP Program. Once admitted, students must be licensed/privileged as a RN in Mississippi and must maintain a current and unrestricted RN license;
One year of professional nursing experience required;
Completion of at least one research course and one statistics course at the undergraduate or graduate level;
Informal personal statement submitted with application addressing the following:
Why are you seeking admission to the DNP Program?
Why are you seeking admission to the UMMC School of Nursing DNP program, specifically?
What are your qualifications and readiness for this program?
What are you short and long-term career goals? How can pursuing a DNP help you reach those goals?
What scholarly project do you plan to pursue in the program?
Three letters of reference – academic or professional reference letter, or a combination of both;
Curriculum vitae or professional resume;
For applicants who earned course work/degrees from institutions outside the United States:
Completion of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for graduates of foreign schools whose academic language was not English. The minimum required score is:
TOEFL-Internet Based Test (IBT): 79 or higher
TOEFL-Paper Based Test (PBT): 550 or higher
Other documents required by UMMC and local, state, and federal authorities;
Transcripts must be evaluated in a course-by-course report from World Education Services (WES) or the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS).
Computer literacy requirement - Fluent use of computers. Applicants should be familiar with the use of basic computing including, but not limited to, the internet, search engines, browsers, instructional computer systems (Canvas), and publicly available research databases (PubMed, CINAHL, Psych, etc.).
- Depending on the program you are applying for, an interview may be required as a part of the holistic admissions process. Additional information will be provided to applicants when they are invited to interview.
DNP PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Develop and manage innovative health services to improve access, quality, and health outcomes.
Enhance the culture of safety in health systems through the application of information technologies and evidenced-based practice.
Translate practice inquiry to improve health services delivery for diverse populations.
Provide leadership for multidisciplinary teams through analysis of critical indicators and/or health systems to improve health status.
Design culturally competent health services for vulnerable populations.
Translate theoretical knowledge into practice to improve health outcomes.
Examine, implement, and evaluate the modification of evidenced-based health services, health systems, and health policies.
Develop and test new models of care that address the complex health needs of individuals, families, and rural populations.
DNP SYSTEMATIC REVIEW PROTOCOL/SCHOLARLY PROJECT
Each DNP student is required to implement evidence-based health care through the completion of a systematic review protocol and evidence implementation project using Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodologies. Faculty will guide the student through identification of a clinical question, acquisition and appraisal of the best evidence, and project planning, implementation, and evaluation.
RESIDENCY EXPERIENCE
Residency experiences afford the student the opportunity to develop and synthesize the knowledge and skills required to demonstrate doctoral-level competency in a specialized nursing practice area. The residency requirement for the DNP Program meets the AACN requirement of 1,000 clinical hours. The number of hours required for students in the Post-Graduate DNP Program depends on the transferable clinical hours from the student's master's education. The clinical practice hours include those required to complete the Systematic Review/DNP Scholarly Project. Students in the Post-Baccalaureate DNP plan of study will obtain a minimum of 1,000 clinical hours in the program.
TIME LIMIT FOR DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
All requirements for the DNP degree must be completed within 150% of the student's Plan of Study.
Post-Baccalaureate DNP Plan of Study - Nursing and Health Care Administrator
Linda Upchurch, DNP, APRN, Program Director
Track: Post Baccalaureate Nursing and Health Care Administrator, Full-Time | Sem Hr | ||
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Fall 1 | N632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
N644 | Human Resource Management | 3 | |
DNP 720 | Biostatistics I | 3 | |
Semester Total | 8 | ||
Spring 1 | N633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
N641 | Fiscal and Operations Management | 3 | |
DNP 700 | Clinical Applied Epidemiology | 3 | |
Semester Total | 8 | ||
Summer 2 | ID 730 | Health Care Quality Improvement (75 clinical hours) | 3 |
N646 | Organizational Leadership and Communication | 3 | |
DNP 703 | Population Health | 3 | |
Semester Total | 9 | ||
Fall 2 | N658 | Strategic Management | 3 |
ID 718 | Health Policy and the Health Care System | 3 | |
DNP 740 | Project Management (75 clinical hours) | 3 | |
DNP 701 | Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice | 3 | |
Semester Total | 12 | ||
Spring 2 | DNP 704 | Leadership in Health Systems | 3 |
DNP 707 | Health Care Finance | 3 | |
DNP 702-1 | Transforming Advanced Nursing Practice (75 clinical hours) | 3 | |
Semester Total | 9 | ||
Summer 3 | DNP 706 | Evaluation Approaches, Models and Methods | 3 |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (75 clinical hours) | 1 | |
DNP 717 | Health Informatics for the Advanced-Level Nurse | 2 | |
Semester Total | 6 | ||
Fall 3 | DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (150 clinical hours) | 2 |
DNP 759 | Residency in the Doctor of Nursing Practice Role (225 clinical hours) | 1 | |
Semester Total | 3 | ||
Spring 3 | DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (150 clinical hours) | 2 |
DNP 759 | Residency in the Doctor of Nursing Practice Role (225 clinical hours) | 5 | |
Semester Total | 7 | ||
TOTAL CREDITS | 62 | ||
TOTAL CLINICAL HOURS | 1050 |
Post-Baccalaureate DNP Plan Of Study - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP
Linda Upchurch, DNP, APRN, Program Director
Track: Post Baccalaureate Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Full-Time | Sem Hr | ||
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Fall 1 | N632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
DNP 720 | Biostatistics I | 3 | |
N677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 | |
ID 718 | Health Policy and the Health Care System | 3 | |
Semester Total | 11 | ||
Spring 1 | N637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 |
N666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 | |
N633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 | |
DNP 700 | Clinical Applied Epidemiology | 3 | |
Semester Total | 11 | ||
Summer 2 | ID 730 | Health Care Quality Improvement (75 clinical hours) | 3 |
DNP 703 | Population Health | 3 | |
DNP 706 | Evaluation Approaches, Models, and Methods | 3 | |
Semester Total | 9 | ||
Fall 2 | DNP 701 | Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice | 3 |
DNP 740 | Project Management (75 clinical hours) | 3 | |
N600 | Application and Interpretation of Acute Care Diagnostic Modalities | 2 | |
Semester Total | 8 | ||
Spring 2 | DNP 707 | Health Care Finance | 3 |
DNP 702-1 | Transforming Advanced Nursing Practice (75 clinical hours) | 3 | |
N601-1 | Practicum in Adult-Geri Acute Care Nurse Practitioner I (45 clinical Hours) | 1 | |
Semester Total | 7 | ||
Summer 3 | N605-1 | Adult-Geri Acute Care Assessment, Management and Evaluation I | 2 |
N601-2 | Practicum in Adult-Geri Acute Care Nurse Practitioner II (135 clinical hours) | 3 | |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (75 clinical hours) | 1 | |
DNP 717 | Health Informatics for the Advanced Level Nurse | 2 | |
Semester Total | 8 | ||
Fall 3 | DNP 769 | Role Development and Role Enactment for Advanced Role Practice in Nursing | 1 |
N605-2 | Adult-Geri Acute Care Assessment, Management and Evaluation II | 2 | |
N601-3 | Practicum in Adult-Geri Acute Care Nurse Practitioner III (225 clinical hours) | 5 | |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (150 clinical hours) | 2 | |
Semester Total | 10 | ||
Spring 3 | N601-4 | Practicum in Adult-Geri Acute Care Nurse Practitioner IV (225 clinical hours) | 5 |
DNP 704 | Leadership in Health Systems | 3 | |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (150 clinical hours) | 2 | |
Semester Total | 10 | ||
TOTAL CREDITS | 74 | ||
TOTAL CLINICAL HOURS | 1230 |
Post-Baccalaureate DNP Plan of Study - Family NP
Linda Upchurch, DNP, APRN, Program Director
Track: Post-Baccalaureate Family Nurse Practitioner, Full-Time | Sem Hr | ||
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Fall 1 | N632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
DNP 720 | Biostatistics I | 3 | |
N677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 | |
ID 718 | Health Policy and the Health Care System | 3 | |
Semester Total | 11 | ||
Spring 1 | N633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 |
N637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 | |
DNP 700 | Clinical Applied Epidemiology | 3 | |
N666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 | |
Semester Total | 11 | ||
Summer 2 | DNP 703 | Population Health | 3 |
DNP 706 | Evaluation Approaches, Models and Methods | 3 | |
ID 730 | Health Care Quality Improvement (75 clinical hours) | 3 | |
Semester Total | 9 | ||
Fall 2 | N610 | Reproductive Health for Advanced Nursing Practice | 3 |
DNP 740 | Project Management (75 clinical hours) | 3 | |
DNP 701 | Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice | 3 | |
Semester Total | 9 | ||
Spring 2 | N612 | Therapeutic Management of the Pediatric Patient | 2 |
N685-1 | Practicum in Primary Care (90 clinical hours) | 2 | |
DNP 702-1 | Transforming Advanced Nursing Practice (75 clinical hours) | 3 | |
DNP 707 | Health Care Finance | 3 | |
Semester Total | 10 | ||
Summer 3 | N682-1 | Therapeutic Management in Primary Care I | 2 |
N685-2 | Practicum in Primary Care II (135 clinical hours) | 3 | |
DNP 717 | Health Informatics for the Advanced Level Nurse | 2 | |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (75 clinical hours) | 1 | |
Semester Total | 8 | ||
Fall 3 | N682-2 | Therapeutic Management in Primary Care II | 2 |
N685-3 | Practicum in Primary Care III (180 clinical hours) | 4 | |
DNP 769 | Role Development and Role Enactment for Advanced Role Practice in Nursing | 1 | |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (150 clinical hours) | 2 | |
Semester Total | 9 | ||
Spring 3 | N682-3 | Therapeutic Management in Primary Care III | 2 |
N685-4 | Practicum in Primary Care IV (225 clinical hours) | 5 | |
DNP 704 | Leadership in Health Systems | 3 | |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (150 clinical hours) | 2 | |
Semester Total | 12 | ||
TOTAL CREDITS | 79 | ||
TOTAL CLINICAL HOURS | 1230 |
Post-Baccalaureate DNP Plan of Study - Psychiatric/Mental Health NP
Linda Upchurch, DNP, APRN, Program Director
Track: Post Baccalaureate Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Full-Time | Sem Hr | ||
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Fall 1 | N632 | Discipline of Nursing | 2 |
DNP 720 | Biostatistics I | 3 | |
N677 | Advanced Health Assessment | 3 | |
Semester Total | 8 | ||
Spring 1 | DNP 700 | Clinical Applied Epidemiology | 3 |
N633 | Research Design and Methods for Advanced Nursing Practice | 2 | |
N637 | Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology | 3 | |
N666 | Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics | 3 | |
Semester Total | 11 | ||
Summer 2 | DNP 703 | Population Health | 3 |
DNP 706 | Evaluation Approaches, Models and Methods | 3 | |
ID 730 | Health Care Quality Improvement (75 clinical hours) | 3 | |
Semester Total | 9 | ||
Fall 2 | ID 718 | Health Policy and the Health Care System | 3 |
DNP 740 | Project Management (75 clinical hours) | 3 | |
DNP 701 | Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice | 3 | |
Semester Total | 9 | ||
Spring 2 | DNP 704 | Leadership in Health Systems | 3 |
DNP 707 | Health Care Finance | 3 | |
DNP 702-1 | Transforming Advanced Nursing Practice (75 clinical hours) | 3 | |
Semester Total | 9 | ||
Summer 3 | N687-1 | Clinical Assessment of Persons with MHP-I Family | 2 |
N686-1 | Practicum in Clinical Assessment of Persons with MHP-I Family (180 clinical hours) | 4 | |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (75 clinical hours) | 1 | |
DNP 717 | Health Informatics for the Advanced Level Nurse | 2 | |
Semester Total | 9 | ||
Fall 3 | N687-2 | Clinical Assessment of Persons with MHP-II Family | 3 |
N686-2 | Practicum in Clinical Assessment of Persons with MHP-II Family (180 clinical hours) | 4 | |
DNP 769 | Role Development and Role Enactment for Advanced Role Practice in Nursing | 1 | |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (150 clinical hours) | 2 | |
Semester Total | 10 | ||
Spring 3 | N687-3 | Clinical Management of Families and Groups with MHP-III | 2 |
N686-3 | Practicum in Clinical Management of Families and Groups-III (270 clinical hours) | 6 | |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (150 clinical hours) | 2 | |
Semester Total | 10 | ||
TOTAL CREDITS | 75 | ||
TOTAL CLINICAL HOURS | 1230 |
Post-Graduate DNP Plan Of Study
Linda Upchurch, DNP, APRN, Program Director
Fall | ||
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ID 718 | Health Policy and the Health Care System | 3 |
DNP 720 | Biostatistics I | 3 |
DNP 701 | Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice | 3 |
9 | ||
Spring | ||
DNP 700 | Clinical Applied Epidemiology | 3 |
DNP 704 | Leadership in Health Systems | 3 |
DNP 702-1 | Transforming Advanced Nursing Practice (75 clinical hours) | 3 |
9 | ||
Summer | ||
ID 730 | Health Care Quality Improvement (75 clinical hours) | 3 |
DNP 703 | Population Health | 3 |
DNP 717 | Health Informatics for the Advanced-Level Nurse | 2 |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (75 clinical hours) | 1 |
9 | ||
Fall | ||
DNP 706 | Evaluation Approaches, Models and Methods | 3 |
DNP 740 | Project Management (75 clinical hours) | 3 |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (150 clinical hours) | 2 |
8 | ||
Spring | ||
DNP 707 | Health Care Finance | 3 |
DNP 712 | Scholarly Project (150 clinical hours) | 2 |
5 | ||
Total Hours | 40 | |
Total Clinical Hours | 600 | |
Variable: (The program requires a minimum of 5 hours of Scholarly Project. Additional Residency hours may be required depending on the number of transferrable clinical hours from the student's master's degree.) |
PhD in Nursing Program
Angela Duck, PhD, RN, Program Director
The PhD Program provides a strong foundation in theoretical and methodological content essential for the scholarly investigation of health care problems encountered in the practice of nursing. The program is designed to develop nurse researchers to generate and translate knowledge toward improving the health of individuals, families, communities and populations through the conduct of biologic, physiologic or experiential research in health and illness. The program of study and research is foundational to understanding client-centered health problems and developing the theoretical and experiential foundation necessary to initiate and coordinate clinical outcomes research.
Purpose
The purpose of the PhD in Nursing Program is to prepare nurse researchers to generate and translate knowledge toward improving the health of individuals, families, communities, and populations.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be prepared to:
Design, conduct, direct, and disseminate research in nursing and allied health;
Test and/or generate concepts, theories, and models for the advancement of nursing science and practice;
Assume a leadership role in the generation and implementation of solutions for reduction of health disparities and improvement in health outcomes.
UMMC offers entry points to the PhD program for post-BSN, post-MSN, and post-DNP applicants. Individuals seeking admission to the PhD in Nursing program must meet the general admission requirements and technical standards for admission for the School of Graduate Studies (SGSHS), as well as those determined by the School of Nursing.
Complete information about the PhD in Nursing Program is included in the School of Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences section of the Bulletin.