Master of Science in Nursing
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The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program is designed for nurses with a BSN degree who are independent learners and who want the convenience and flexibility an online program can offer. The MSN degree requires a minimum of 46 credits consisting of different combinations of courses: core, specialty, and practicum.
Two areas of nursing specialty are offered: Nursing Education and Nursing Leadership and Business Management.
The Nurse Education program prepares graduates for teaching roles in healthcare and academic settings. Nursing Leadership and Business Management program prepares graduates for the role of nurse administrator in healthcare settings. On completion of the MSN degree program, the graduate will be able to:
- Demonstrate the use of scholarly inquiry to evaluate current knowledge from nursing theory, nursing science and related disciplines to inform and/or initiate change in nursing practice
- Apply ethical decision making to nursing practice.
- Analyze the effect of health policy, finance, technology and the organizational context on the development and implementation of quality nursing practice
- Demonstrate the use of leadership strategies that advance the design, implementation, and evaluation of nursing practice
- Analyze the effect of sociopolitical, cultural, and global influences on nursing practice
- Utilize interprofessional communication to improve healthcare outcomes.
- Integrate advances in technology into healthcare.
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Nurse Faculty Loan Program
The Nurse Faculty Loan Program was created by the Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to increase the number of qualified nurse faculty in the field.
These loans can be used to cover tuition and book expenses. Students awarded NFLP funding may cancel 85% of their loan in return for serving four years as faculty at any accredited school of nursing.
All Courses Taught Online
18-24 Months at a Reasonable Pace
Ideal for the Working Individual
Testimonials
Sandy Sargent
Being an employee at the college and attending school for both my BSN and now my MSN, I have found that it has been an overall enjoyable and rewarding experience. Although I have been in a leadership role for many years, I am learning the theory behind many of the skills I am doing. It is great to be able to put a name to the different processes used to be a successful nurse and nurse manager.The support and availability of the professors and their dedication to my success shows through as does their enthusiasm for the program. They are really wanting every student to succeed.
Nursing Education Outcomes
In addition to the MSN degree outcomes, the graduate of the Nursing Education Program will be able to:
- Demonstrate professional role competencies of nursing education through teaching and learning of advanced practice principles and theories.
- Analyze trends in healthcare and nursing education in the development of nursing curricula, teaching methodologies, and evaluation strategies in the classroom or the clinical education setting.
- Facilitate learning of individuals and groups using theories of education, nursing, testing and evaluation, and technological innovation.
- Use technology to educate and facilitate learning to improve outcomes of all populations.
- Apply leadership strategies in the development of nurse educators.
- Demonstrate competency in evaluating research to improve nursing practice and nursing pedagogy.
- Apply strategies that recognize multicultural factors in teaching and learning.
Nursing Leadership and Business Management Outcomes
In addition to the MSN degree outcomes, the graduate of the Nursing Leadership and Business Management Program will be able to:
- Demonstrate collaborative practice expected of all healthcare professionals
- Utilize evidence-based research to guide healthcare clinical and operational decisions
- Evaluate theoretical frameworks required to implement healthcare initiatives
- Acquire knowledge from a finance and nurse leader perspective.
- Demonstrate the ability to interpret and respond to financial information.
Contact
If you have any additional questions please contact Laurie Parson, (707) 965-7619, ljparson@puc.edu.
Additional Information
- All courses are taught in an asynchronous online format.
- Ideal for the working individual – takes 18-24 month at a reasonable pace to complete.
- Courses are an average of 4-5 credits each – we offer 2-3courses at a time.
- Field experience is required in both emphases by the accreditation body, ACEN. They will be flexible based on your schedule.
- The price for the program is $420/unit
MSN Traditional Entry
For Students With a BS Degree in Nursing
| General Coursework | Units (24) | Term Offered |
|---|---|---|
| Theoretical Foundations of Advanced Nursing | 4 | W |
| Evidence-Based Practice and Nursing Research | 4 | S |
| Nursing Technology and Informatics | 4 | F |
| Concepts of in Nursing Leadership | 5 | F / W / S |
| Quality Leadership for Population Health Care | 4 (Direct Care Core, 30 hrs.) | W |
| Choose one of the following courses* | ||
| *Christian Ethics and Patient Care | 3 | S |
| *Integrating Faith and Leadership | 3 | F |
Two Emphases to Choose From
MSN Nursing Education (47 units)
Including General Nursing Coursework of (24 units)
| Nursing Education Coursework | Units (23) | Term Offered |
|---|---|---|
| Choose one of the following courses* | ||
| *Advanced Concepts in Physiology & Pathophysiology | 4 | S |
| *Advanced Health Assessment | 4 | |
| *Advanced Pharmacology | 4 | |
| Nurse Educator I Teaching and Technology Strategies | 5 (3 theory / 2 field experience, 40 hrs) | F |
| Nurse Educator II Curriculum Development | 4 (3 theory / 1 field experience, 20 hrs) | W |
| Nurse Educator III Evaluation Strategies | 4 (3 theory / 1 field experience, 20 hrs) | S |
| Nursing Education Role Field Experience and Capstone (140 hrs. total for all educator courses) |
6 (3 Theory / 3 Practicum) | F / W / S |
MSN Nursing Leadership & Business Management (50 units)
Including General Nursing Coursework of (24 units). Taught by the Nursing & Business Departments
| Nursing Leadership & Business Management Coursework | Units (26) | Term Offered |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | 5 | S |
| Financial and Management Accounting in Health Care | 5 | S |
| Economics and Health Policy | 5 | W |
| Human Resources in Health Care Organizations | 5 | F |
Nursing Leadership Role Practicum & Capstone (140 hours total) |
6 (3 theory, 3 practicum) | F / W / S |