Upon successful completion of the MSN program, the graduate will be able to:

  1. Integrate theoretical foundations of nursing knowledge, science, humanities, and scholarly inquiry in advanced-level nursing practice.
  2. Demonstrate advanced-level nursing practice that is evidence-based and adheres to scientific, ethical, legal, and professional standards in the delivery of compassionate, person-centered care.
  3. Evaluate policies, care delivery models, and organizational structures/processes for efficacy in meeting current and future health care needs of diverse communities and populations.
  4. Evaluate findings from research to create evidenced-based practice policies and protocols to improve health care delivery and outcomes.
  5. Use improvement processes in all health care settings to promote quality and safety principles.
  6. Engage in strategies that promote intra-and interprofessional communication and collaboration to deliver advanced care for diverse populations.
  7. Evaluate system-based strategies to provide equitable care and improve access to health care.
  8. Incorporate informatics principles in the use of current and emerging technologies in advanced-level nursing practice.
  9. Exemplify professional practice at the advanced level by promoting ethical values and professional standards.
  10. Assume responsibility for life-long learning and continuing personal, professional, and leadership development.

The UAH College of Nursing Graduate Programs align with the following professional nursing standards and guidelines: