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The BSN- DNP entry pathway includes a nurse practitioner specialty. The program features multiple nurse practitioner specialties.
- BSN-DNP with Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Specialty
A BSN-DNP student seeking nurse practitioner preparation will receive a broad foundation of educational preparation in advanced care of the selected specialty population, nursing theories and nursing research. The course of study includes 1,000 practice immersion hours terminating in a faculty mentored scholarly project (Practice Inquiry). Upon completion of the degree, you will be eligible for certification as a nurse practitioner in Arizona and application for national certification.
The BSN-DNP graduate will have the ability to:
- Generate and disseminate nursing practice knowledge to stimulate research and improve clinical outcomes;
- Improve health outcomes through scientifically-based advanced practice within the chosen specialty;
- Engage in and lead collaborative practice teams; and
- Influence clinical practice transformation and policy initiatives.
Students admitted to the BSN-DNP begin the program at a 5-10 day Role Intensive Summer Experience (RISE) in August. Some required courses will actually begin during RISE a few weeks prior to the regular start of the Fall Term. Full-time enrollment is required.
Nurse practitioner students may opt for additional preparation for practice in rural areas by enrolling in NURS 579 Issues in Rural Health (3 credits) as an elective and by practicing in a rural setting when enrolling in NURS 693A Clinical Residency.
Nurse practitioner specialties require designated course work that includes 1,000 practice immersion hours terminating in a faculty mentored scholarly project (Practice Inquiry). Below are sample curricula for each specialty.
- BSN-DNP with Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Specialty
 
Graduates of the BSN-DNP with an ACNP specialty are prepared as providers of care for acutely ill adults with multiple, complex problems at a beginning level of practice, users of research and beginning researchers. As a BSN-DNP ACNP student, you will receive a broad foundation of educational preparation in advanced nursing practice with adults and their families, nursing theories and nursing research. Health assessment, disease prevention, health care maintenance, clinical decision making, and illness management are emphasized in the classroom and clinical practica. The course of study includes extensive clinical time. The BSN-DNP ACNP specialty requires a minimum of 74 credits with 1,000 practice immersion hours terminating in a faculty mentored scholarly project (Practice Inquiry).
- BSN-DNP with Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty
Graduates of the BSN-DNP with a FNP specialty are prepared as primary care providers for families at a beginning level of practice, users of research and beginning researchers. As a BSN-DNP FNP student, you will receive a broad foundation of educational preparation in advanced nursing practice with families across the life span, nursing theories and nursing research. Health assessment, primary prevention, health care maintenance, clinical decision making, and illness management are emphasized in the classroom and clinical practica. The course of study includes extensive clinical time. The BSN-DNP with a FNP specialty requires a minimum of 74 credits with 1,000 practice immersion hours terminating in a faculty mentored scholarly project (Practice Inquiry).
- BSN-DNP with Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Specialty
Beginning 2010, the College of Nursing will offer Pediatric Nurse Practitioner preparation as one of the nurse practitioner specialties. Graduates of the BSN-DNP with a PNP specialty are registered nurses who have advanced education in pediatric nursing beyond the initial registered nurse preparation. As a BSN-DNP PNP student, you will receive a broad foundation of educational preparation in advanced nursing practice with children and families by focusing on prevention, health maintenance and education, and diagnosis and management of common acute and chronic health conditions among well and ill children of all ages. The BSN-DNP with a PNP specialty requires a minimum of 74 credits with 1,000 practice immersion hours terminating in a faculty mentored scholarly project (Practice Inquiry).
Enrollment in the DNP program requires registered nurse licensure from the State of Arizona or a state recognized by the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) and is conditional upon the individual obtaining and maintaining the license in active and good standing. For more information on the NLC, please see the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. (NCSBN) web site.
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