This course, designed for the MSN student,
explores
healthcare informatics and
technologies
including
the development and
utilization of
healthcare
information
systems,
systems
management
and security, healthcare data analytics
and reporting, clinical and
administrative systems
including financial systems,
strategies for ensuring the infusion of caring as
a
nursing
art form
into
technology
rich
environments, and finally, strategies for leveraging
healthcare
technologies
to maximize outcomes
for
the system, user, patients, families, and communities.

This course, designed for the MSN student, examines advanced concepts of scholarly inquiry, nursing
theories and research methodologies that result in evidence
-
based contributions to nursing
science. With
full consideration of the value of inter
-
disciplinary collaboration, this course also explores the value of the
epidemiological systems
-
thinking and data rich contribution to public health which, much like nursing science, is informed by bio
statistical research. Students apply epidemiological and biostatistical concepts
as a guide for evidence
-
based practices in healthcare settings.

This course, designed for the MSN student,
prepares the specialty practice nurse to develop
the role of mindful nursing
educator
through an
understanding
of
the fundamental
principles of
nursing education, pedagogical practices in the academic and clinical settings,
assessment
of
learning outcomes
strategies, as well as
understanding the call
to monitor
emerging trends in
nursing education
including academic and clinical partnerships
all
of which
have the ability
to
contribute to improved healthcare
outcomes
and systems
-
based practices.

This
course, designed for the MSN student, emphasizes the influence of the specialty practice nurse on
policy decision making and healthcare practices. This course examines the way in which systems are
shaped through policy as well as the impact of policy decisions on financing and creation of health care
services. This course prepares the specialty practice nurse to engage in multi
-
dimensional spheres of the
healthcare system: ethical, economic, political, and policy.

This course, designed for the
MSN advanced nursing practice specialty student,
explores the finance and
resource management intricacies nurse managers
leverage to ensure positive outcomes within
healthcare systems.
This course will
provide the specialty practice nurse with an understanding of
financial
and resource
management competency including, financial planning, monitoring, decision
making,
management of costs, cost analysis, economic and marketing forecasting,
and financial
 Additionally, this course will
explore financial and resource management skills and expertise
required to operate healthcare systems at optimal levels to
maximize healthcare system outcomes.
Includes up to 50 direct and indirect
clinical
Practice Hours.

Direct Clinical Hour Requirement: 
10 hours

This course, designed for the
MSN advanced nursing practice specialty student,
explores
professional
leadership and communication skills, including foundational thinking skills, systems thinking, change
management,
effective communication,
relationship management, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well
as many
other
skills that
result
in enhanced
outcomes
for all.
Includes up to 50 direct and indirect Clinically based Practice Hours.

Direct Clinical Hour Requirement:
 10 hours

This
course, designed for the
MSN advanced nursing practice specialty student,
explores key
components of
health care management, effective organizations and systems management. In this
course, the learner will expand knowledge of the health care environment to better understand the
role of
a nurse manager and
the nurse manager’s
valuable
contribution to quality health outcomes.
Includes up to 50 direct and indirect Clinically based Practice Hours.

Direct Clinical Hour Requirement: 
10 hours

This course, designed for the
MSN advanced nursing practice specialty student,
to gain an
understanding of the
implications of
healthcare quality monitoring as well as
various strategies for
quality
improvement.
The student will explore continuous performance improvement measures
with a focus to
maximize measurable
care delivery
outcomes
with an awareness of and appreciation for the evaluation
and prioritization
of these outcomes.
Includes up to 50 direct and indirect Clinically based Practice Hours.

Direct Clinical Hour Requirement: 
10 hours

This course, designed for the MSN advanced nursing practice specialty student, examines the role of a
nurse case manager as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team. The emerging nurse leader will gain insight into the economic, political, cultural
, legal, and ethical scenarios faced by nurse case
managers. The process of case management including reimbursement as well as the call to action for
patient advocacy and evidence
-
based care will also be explored from the perspective of the nurse case
mana
ger’s role and ways in which the interdisciplinary team can leverage these important roles for
resulting quality patient outcomes. This course includes a direct practice experience.
Includes up to 50
direct and indirect clinical Practice Hours.

Direct Clinical Hour Requirement:
 10 hours

This course, designed for the
MSN advanced nursing practice specialty student,
explores
the
principles
behind the healthcare
delivery method
shift from volume
-
based to value
-
based
population
health
management approach to care
which pivots away from sick care and towards well care with full
consideration of social determinants of health.
This course
prompts the emerging nurse manager to
reimage healthcare delivery practices
by identifying population
care gaps, interpreting population panels,
and
engaging with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to identify and implement evidence
-
based
interventions
in
an effort to
close population care gaps.
Includes up to 50 direct and indirect
clinical
practice hours.

Direct Clinical Hour Requirement: 
10 hours

This course, designed for the MSN advanced nursing practice specialty student, explores interprofessional practice as well as a systems
-
based healthcare approach as mechanisms to improve
quality of care, value of care delivered, patient experience, patient
safety, and overall health outcomes.
This course will guide the specialty practice nurse through the qualities of effective interprofessional
teams and the value of interprofessional approach to healthcare management in systems
-
based decision
making. This
course includes a direct practice experience.
Includes up to 50 direct and indirect
clinical
practice hours.

Direct Clinical Hour Requirement:
 10 hours

This course
is the
culmination
of a program of study
that leads to obtainment of
competencies
needed to function in the role of an
advanced
nursing practice specialist in nursing
administration.
Completion of 135 clinical hours allows for
reflection, discussion, and integration
of concepts leading to the completion of a
clinically
-
based
project.

Pre-requisite(s):
 All
core
MSN
NURS
coursework.

Direct Clinical Hour Requirement:
 135 hours

The time it will take to complete this RN to BSN program can vary, depending on the pace of your studies. The program can be completed in as little as 12 months full-time or 24 months part-time, depending on your chosen pace. When you enroll, our advisors can help you map out the best path toward degree completion for you.

Nevada State offers students an innovative MSN program that can be completed 100% online. When you learn with us, you receive the same high-quality education that campus-based students receive in a classroom experience. Our faculty provides all online students with one-on-one guidance throughout the program. This way, you can graduate with the confidence to pursue higher-level roles in nursing and the dynamic field of healthcare.

The estimated tuition for the program ranges between $12,000 and $15,000. Additional fees and materials may apply. If you want to review all of the potential fees and costs associated with this program, start by visiting this page for more information.