Program Outcomes

The program outcomes are consistent with the Master's Essential Domains (D) which are as follows:

1. Integrate advanced theoretical, research-based, scientific, and clinical knowledge into clinical practice to provide nursing care to diverse clients. (D:1)

2. Practice independently and collaboratively with an interprofessional team while delivering direct and indirect care services in various types of health care systems. (D: 2, 7, 9, 10)

3. Use research findings from nursing and other disciplines as a basis for clinical decision-making to improve practice and to formulate health policy. (D: 3, 4, 9)

4. Use ethical decision-making to promote the well-being of individuals, families, health care professionals in local, national, and international communities. (D: 6)

5. Utilize evidence-based practice recommendations and professional standards of care to promote wellness, prevent disease and improve the health status of individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations. (D: 3, 4)

6. Demonstrate communication skills, including health information management to enhance the quality of care provided at individual and aggregate levels. (D: 8)

7. Demonstrate safe, effective assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation skills in caring for individuals and groups while working in interprofessional collaborative relationships.  (D: 2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10)

8. Provide culturally competent care to all persons regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, culture, health care beliefs, and religion. (D: 3, 6)

9. Function as a leader and change agent in nursing and in health care delivery systems particularly to ensure quality care for vulnerable and underserved populations. (D: 4, 6)

10. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for ongoing professional development (D: 9, 10)