DNP Answers : Education

Feedback on the DNP

Mai Kung — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 14:19:00 GMT

Q: What are your feelings on the DNP? Is the degree really worth it? A: The DNP movement has gained wide acceptance. The numbers of DNP programs, enrollees, and graduates have increased exponentially over the last ten years. There were 20 DNP programs...(read more)

DNPs in Administration

Mai Kung — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 19:51:00 GMT

Q: From the Administrative Advanced Practice role and the DNP's perspective, I would be interested to know how many of you fall into this category and what kind of feedback you have been receiving related to the DNP degree versus a PhD or EdD. From my...(read more)

The DNP in the ED

Meg Carman — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 18:13:00 GMT

Q: Please describe the DNP role in your NP specialty. A: I will step up on my DNP soapbox once again to say that completing your DNP serves to open up a new way of thinking, a way to approach your practice. It is not an avenue for developing a new position...(read more)

DNP Faculty

Lisa Chism, NP — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 15:53:00 GMT

Q: How can the DNP faculty member improve nursing education? A: A faculty member prepared as a Doctor of Nursing Practice may improve nursing education through his or her understanding of nursing practice. Although many faculty appointments now recommend...(read more)

Selecting a DNP Capstone Project

Catherine Nichols — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 13:09:00 GMT

Q: I am applying to DNP programs and one of the programs asked to state a topic of interest for the DNP capstone project if one was to be admitted. I was wondering if this is a good capstone project topic? Is it too broad? Does it encompass what a capstone...(read more)

Executive NP Track

Lisa Chism, NP — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 13:29:00 GMT

Q: In my DNP research I've seen mention of an "executive NP" track. How would a DNP program prepare an NP to become an executive NP? What kinds of roles would that NP fill? A: Great question. A DNP track that focuses on an "executive track" would have...(read more)

Introducing a New DNP Blogger

Susan Vanbeuge — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 09:00:00 GMT

I am Dr. Susan VanBeuge, family nurse practitioner and assistant professor at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. My nursing career began when the decision to return for a second bachelors degree in nursing. At the time, I started volunteering in an emergency...(read more)

Curriculum in Post-BSN and Post-MSN DNP Programs

Lisa Chism, NP — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 13:55:00 GMT

Q: Can you explain how the curriculum will look in a post-BSN DNP program in comparison to a post-MSN DNP program? A: A post-BSN program includes the clinical component neccessary for advanced practice nursing specialization. In other words, the curriculum...(read more)

DNP Clinical Projects: Assigned or Self-Guided

Meg Carman — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 12:22:00 GMT

Q: Is it common practice for a DNP program to assign students to sites and projects, or do most allow students to explore their own passions and interests? A: This is an institution-specific issue. Some DNP programs work in partnership with a healthcare...(read more)

Educational Opportunities for Those Not Wanting a DNP

Lisa Chism, NP — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:36:00 GMT

Q: How can NPs who don't go back to get a DNP elevate their knowledge in similar ways? A: Great question! My first suggestion is to become familiar with the Essentials for Doctoral Education for Advanced Nurisng Practice . The essentials guide the curriculum...(read more)

Graduation Regalia for DNPs

Michael Zychowicz — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 16:30:00 GMT

Q: I've heard that some universities don't allow DNP graduates to wear the same graduation regalia as other doctorate degree graduates. What's the common practice for graduation regalia? A: I have not heard of schools "not allowing" DNP graduates to wear...(read more)

DNP Utilization

Catherine Nichols — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 13:06:00 GMT

Q: Do you know of any recent data indicating the number of DNPs currently in faculty positions in the U.S.? Also, do you know of any data on the yearly number of scholarly publications by DNPs? Thanks. A: The DNP degree is the new kid on the block in...(read more)

Certification if Graduating With an MSN in 2015

Mai Kung — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 14:16:00 GMT

Q: I am just finishing my BSN and will graduate in December 2012. I have a BSBA, ADN, LPN-Diploma and associate degree in general education. I am now considering doing the FNP program but I will be in the middle of the program when the DNP is required...(read more)

The DNP: What Do You Want to Know?

Jennifer Ford — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 15:19:00 GMT

The decision to go back for a DNP. The excitement of being accepted into the program. Juggling work and school. Developing a capstone project. The joy of graduation. Applying knowledge to practice: The DNP Answers blog contributors have all been through...(read more)

The Anatomy of an Online DNP Course

Meg Carman — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 13:52:00 GMT

Q: In my research I find that many DNP programs offer online courses. I have never taken an online course. How does it work, generally? I felt the same trepidation in approaching my DNP program, which was completely online, other than two on-campus weekends....(read more)