MSN Family Nurse Practitioner

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program is built upon the baccalaureate degree with an upper-division focus in nursing. The program emphasizes research, theory, and practice. The Family Nurse Practitioner track prepares nurses for an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) role in primary healthcare. As an APRN, nurse practitioners assess patients, order and interpret diagnostic tests, make diagnoses, and initiate and manage treatment plans including prescribing medications. Along with providing skilled clinical services, nurse practitioners bring a comprehensive perspective to healthcare including health promotion, disease prevention, and health education while guiding patients to making smarter health and lifestyle choices. The FNP track prepares graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage acute and chronic health care needs of individuals at all ages.