Nursing & Health Studies: Master of Science
in Nursing
Offering Specializations in:
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Family Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Administration
Future Plans: Nursing Education
Monmouth University is a private, co-educational teaching university dedicated
to educating undergraduate and graduate students for full participation
in their professions and in society. Founded as a junior college
in 1933, Monmouth received approval to grant baccalaureate degrees in 1956.
In 1995, the state of New Jersey designated Monmouth a "teaching university."
A faculty of teacher-scholars, which brings fresh
research and real-world experience to bear in the classroom, is at the
heart of Monmouth University's academic program. In contrast to many
large research universities, at Monmouth, graduate students and undergraduates
alike have the opportunity to work closely with senior faculty.
Today, Monmouth offers more than forty-five undergraduate
and graduate degree programs and concentrations, which are delivered through
six separate schools: The School of Humanities and Social Science,
The School of Business Administration, The School of Education, The Graduate
School, The Edward G. Schlaefer School, and The School of Science, Technology
and Engineering, and The Margorie K. Unterberg School of Nursing &
Health Studies.
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Monmouth University
Change is sweeping the health care field, creating new roles for nurses,
roles with increased responsibilities and increased opportunities. As nurses
assume greater responsibility for primary care, those who have the greatest
degree of knowledge and training will have the most opportunity for growth.
A Master of Science Degree in Nursing from Monmouth University is the
key that unlocks the door to career development and job satisfaction.
Our Philosophy
The Monmouth University Master of Science in Nursing program prepares
an advanced practice nurse (APN). Our nursing faculty believes that education
at the master's degree level is essential to:
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provide the student with a broad knowledge base with a concentration in
a selected area of clinical specialization.
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develop justifiable confidence in the intellectual and clinical proficiency
necessary for advanced practice nursing.
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realize full potential through development of autonomy, leadership, and
professionalism.
The
MSN program:
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is designed to prepare the advanced practice nurse by providing advanced
professional learning and activity to help the APN develop expertise in
a defined body of knowledge arrived at through study of scientific research
and clinical practice in a selected area.
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places the APN in the primary care or other relevant settings to work with
persons in their environment through independent nursing assessment, diagnosis,
and treatment or referral to another practitioner when necessary.
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has faculty who are experienced nurse practitioners.
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provides individual attention for all students.
Description of the Master of Science in Nursing Program
The MSN program is composed of three major areas:
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1) A graduate nursing core which provides the theoretical and research
foundation necessary for advanced nursing practice.
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2) An advanced practice nursing concentration that provides the
student with the skills necessary to have a positive impact on health care
delivery.
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3) A detailed study and clinical practice of both common and complex
problems frequently seen in the primary health care practice.
Implementation of the MSN Program
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you may attend the program fulltime or parttime.
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you may select from the following three areas of clinical specialization:
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Adult Nurse Practitioner
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Family Nurse Practitioner
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-Nursing Administration
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in the didactic courses health problems will be presented from a developmental
and holistic approach.
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classes are scheduled, whenever possible, to meet in one threeor fourhour
block of time per week.
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you may transfer a maximum of 9 credits of graduate work from another accredited
graduate school:
provided that the courses requested for transfer were completed with
grades of "B" or better
the courses are offered only for graduate credit at the previous institution
the courses are appropriate for your degree program
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Monmouth University faculty assist students in locating suitable preceptors
for practicum experiences.
Requirements for Admission to the Master of Science in Nursing Program
Applicants for admission must:
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hold a baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing from an accredited
program.
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have earned an undergraduate GPA of 2.75 on a 4 point scale.
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registered nurses who hold a baccalaureate degree in another discipline
will be evaluated on an individual basis for acceptance into our "bridge"
program. In this program students need to take only 19 undergraduate
nursing credits (including the health assessment course) before beginning
the MSN.
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achieve an acceptable score on the three parts of the graduate record examination.
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hold a current New Jersey registered nurse license.
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have at least one year of recent experience as a registered nurse.
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have successfully completed a collegelevel course in health assessment.(May
be taken after acceptance but prior to beginning the professional track
courses.)
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submit a photocopy of a liability and malpractice policy with at least
$1,000,000/$3,000,000 coverage.
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submit two letters of recommendation.
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all fulltime students are required to have a physical examination
prior to registration.
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parttime students are not required to have a physical examination
until they begin the clinical component of the program.
Requirements for Certification
MSN graduates wishing to be recognized as a Nurse Practitioner in New
Jersey must:
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1) pass the appropriate certifying exam as offered by one of the
recognized organizations (i.e., ANA).
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2) apply to the New Jersey State Board of Nursing.
The NP designation is not recognized in all states.
It is the students' responsibility to ensure that they meet the requirements
of the certifying organization so as to be able to sit for the appropriate
exam.
Further information can be obtained in the School of Nursing & Health
Studies office.
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