DNP Specializations
Patient Care Related to:
• Growth and development
• Preventative care
• Management of chronic
conditions
• Child & adolescent mental
health
Pediatric NP
How many credits are required for BSN to DNP
90 min req. credits (PMH is 95),
includes 10 credits foundational
coursework
How many hours can be transferred in for FE?
600!
Patient Care Related to:
• Lifelong care, care across the
lifespan
• Promotion of wellness through
diagnosis, education, and
treatment
• Preventative health services
FNP
Nope!
Patient Care Related to:
• Disease prevention and health
promotion
• Health maintenance and
restorative care
• Primary care for women and
senior adults
Adult Gerontology Primary care
What two sites do you need to check for NP licensure
AANP and Walden's regulatory Site
How many clinical hours are given per courses?
NURS 8302 - 80 Hours
NURS 8502 – 160 Hours
NURS 8503 – 160 Hours
Total in Program of Study: 400
Employment Settings
In-Patient and Out-Patient Settings
Such as:
• Mental health clinics
• State psychiatric facilities
• Private psychiatric practice
• Residential substance abuse
facilities
PMHNP
Why is the PhD in Nursing not accredited by CCNE?
they dont offer accreditation for PhD programs at all
Eligibility requirements for BSN to DNP with NP specialization
Unencumbered Registered Nurse
(RN) License in the US or its
Territories that is Current, Active,
and in Good Standing through the
Start Date of their Intended
Program.
• Have Completed a Bachelors
Degree in Nursing from a Regionally
Accredited University
• Earned a 3.0 GPA or Higher in their
Previous Degree
Steps in Licensure Process
Academically qualify to take the national exam through Walden’s NP coursework.
Passing Score on National Exam – Demonstrates Competency
Only
To practice as an NP, apply for a license from your State Board of
Nursing.
How long does a nursing license review take if there is a disciplinary action
30-45 days!
Care for Patients Who:
• Are suddenly or critically ill
• Have a chronic, unstable
condition
Have a traumatic injury
Adult Gerontology Acute Care
What program has 5 extra credits?
Double jeopardy! What is the extra 5 credits class?
PMHNP
2nd pharmocology class
How many credits in BSN to PhD in Nursing
BSN PhD
106 min req. credits:
includes 25 credits of
foundational nursing
coursework
To Meet 1,000 post-baccalaureate
Clinical Hours, Students Can:
Transfer in Up to 600 Hours from their
MSN Program
Complete a DNP with NP Specialization
Take NURS 8601 as Needed until Hours are
Reached
DNP Executive Program
You want to lead new and improved models of healthcare
delivery.
• You want a professional role that involves management of
personnel, operations, staff development, strategy, financial
outcomes, and resource allocation.
• You want to use your practicum experiences to work with
administrative and executive leaders with responsibilities
outside of direct care.
Fast-Paced Environments Such as:
• Emergency departments
• Intensive care units
• Trauma centers
• Hospital surgical units
Adult Gerontology Acute Care
Only green states for all specializations
WA, KS
If we have a returning DNP student, what should we do about new TOC?
Send to LT for case by case basis.
Community Settings and
Outpatient Providers Such as:
• Internal medicine
• Primary, specialty, and urgent
care clinics
• Women’s health clinics
• Skilled nursing and palliative
care facilities
Adult Gerontology Primary care