Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program
The College of Nursing has designed a predominantly online post masters Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program for the nurse with a masters degree. The program of study is 39 credits and is designed for part time study. The DNP is providing the academic preparation for masters prepared nurses to acquire advanced knowledge biostatistics, cultural competency, epidemiology, and advancements in healthcare and education.The DNP prepares students for organizational change, healthcare finance, ethics, law and policy.
Throughout the program students complete practica that utilizes the doctoral project, knowledge gained from coursework, and the opportunity for application of research and evidence based practice.
Upon successful completion of this program, the graduate would be eligible for the certification examination for DNP.
Program Objectives/Outcomes
The graduate of the doctorate degree program is able to:
- Apply advanced levels of clinical judgment and scholarship in nursing practice and education.
- Utilize scientific knowledge to evaluate new and current approaches in nursing practice and education to promote optimal outcomes.
- Provide leadership in organizations and systems to assure quality care delivery models and education programs.
- Design, deliver, direct, and disseminate evidence-based practices.
- Use information systems to design, select, use and evaluate programs, outcomes of care and care systems.
- Advocate for healthcare practice change through policy development and evaluation.
- Assume leadership roles for effective transdisciplinary collaboration to achieve optimal outcomes
- Employ ethical principles to decision making in healthcare practices and systems.
- Apply advanced clinical reasoning and judgment in the management of complex clinical situations and systems.
Online Classes
The Medical Surgical Nursing - Clinical Option Program is offered online using eCollege software. This allows students to view course materials, check course calendars, and participate in asynchronous discussions. Online classes allow you to interact and collaborate with course faculty and classmates and do coursework from the convenience of your own setting. Courses may require meeting on campus a maximum of four times per semester.
Plan of Study
Upon admission, each student will be assigned an academic advisor. The student is required to meet with the advisor to develop a plan of study to assure that professional and educational goals and needs are met. The plan of study will be reviewed each semester and revised as needed.
Tuition/Fees and Financial Assistance
Contact the Student Finance Office for payment arrangements and financial assistance. For assistance, please email CON.FinAid@osfhealthcare.org or call:
(309) 655-2344 Alice Evans Student Finance Assistant, Accounts Receivable
(309) 624-9932 Charlotte Duke Student Finance Assistant, Financial Assistance
For detailed information, contact:
Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
511 NE Greenleaf Street
Peoria, IL 61603-3783
Phone: (309) 655-2230 or 655-3274
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jan.f.boundy@osfhealthcare.org
vicki.l.craig@osfhealthcare.org
