Director of Graduate Nursing Program
Layna Himmelberg, Ed.D., MSN, CNE
PH 402.552.2776 TF 800.647.5500
himmelberg@clarksoncollege.edu
Introduction
Graduates of the Doctor of Nursing Practice program will have expanded knowledge and expertise required of
Part- and full-time study options are available.
Program Specific Competency Goals
Upon completion of the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, graduates will demonstrate the ability to:
- Integrate nursing science and theories to improve healthcare delivery systems, describe the actions and strategies to improve those healthcare systems, and evaluate patient outcomes in preparation for evolving nursing practice realities. (Critical Thinking, Technology)**
- Implement and evaluate healthcare delivery based on scientific findings that ensure quality and safety and consider ethical dilemmas, by using advanced communication processes, business and financial principles, and sensitivity to diverse populations. (Diversity, Communication)**
- Translate research into practice using evidence-based methods by disseminating findings, collaborating between disciplines, designing processes, and evaluating quality improvement methodologies to address the complex needs of humankind. (Professionalism, Communication, and Critical Thinking)**
- Design information systems to guide clinical decision making, evaluate
programs, and improve healthcare outcomes while considering ethical and legal issues related to the use of information. (Technology, Communication)** - Demonstrate leadership through the development, implementation, and analysis of health policy at the micro and
macrosystems of healthcare by engagingpolicy makers and advocating for social justice and the nursing profession. (Professionalism, Diversity)** - Lead interprofessional teams through effective communication, leadership, and collaboration to create practice improvement innovations in complex healthcare delivery systems. (Communication, Professionalism)**
- Analyze healthcare delivery models using scientific data to develop, implement, and evaluate health promotion and disease prevention strategies to address gaps in care for population health. (Diversity, Critical Thinking, Technology)**
- Demonstrate advanced clinical judgment, systems thinking, and accountability by designing and implementing
evidenced-based care for specialty nursing practice via interprofessional collaboration, excellence in nursing, and therapeutic relationships with patients and other professionals. (Critical Thinking, Communication, Professionalism)**
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Admission Policies
Enrollment in Clarkson College degree programs is limited through a selective admissions process. Admission policies and procedures are available
Required Courses for Doctor of Nursing Practice: Post Master's Option
Core Requirement Courses
(28 semester hours)
Optional Course(s)/Electivies
Up to 18 semester hours can be completed