NU 510 – Population Health
Provides an overview of global and national population health with a focus on the determinants of health, health disparities, and population-oriented prevention. Using an epidemiological approach, students will examine the burden of disease within ethical, social, cultural, political, economic, and environmental contexts. (3 credits)
NU 701 – Innovative Models of Care Delivery
Prepares students to demonstrate clinical, organizational, and systems-level leadership through study and design of innovative models of care delivery. It emphasizes the application of continuous quality management (CQM) principles and business process improvement (BPI) strategies in model development. Attendant course content focuses on developing skills in organizational and policy arenas, applying principles of practice management, balancing productivity with quality of care, and encouraging a culture that emphasizes practice excellence. (3 credits)
Next application deadline:
- Summer 2021: July 30, 2021
Next start date:
- Summer 2021: September 6, 2021
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NU 707 – Leadership, Quality & Ethics in Health Care
Analyze and demonstrate evidenced-based leadership skills as core competencies in nursing to improve quality in patient care and strengthen nursing as a profession. Emphasis is on the theories of professional leadership, personal leadership, skill building, quality improvement, ethical values, moral agency, and change. (3 credits)
The MSN-FNP is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), www.ccneaccreditation.org.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Online MSN-FNP Program
For more answers to common questions, visit our FAQ page or our Clinical Placement Services page.
How long does the MSN-FNP program take to complete?
It takes 7 consecutive semesters to complete (just over two years).
Are Marymount University's online programs accredited?
Yes, Marymount's online nursing programs are CCNE accredited, excluding our certificate programs.
NUF 504 – Primary Care of the Family II
This final course in the FNP curriculum focuses on complex management of the family. It appraises the theoretical, role development, and skill foundation requisite for the primary care of individuals and families. Focus is on the application of evidence-informed concepts essential to the delivery of quality-driven advanced-practice care. Role preparation of the primary care family nurse practitioner is expanded with attention to the components of comprehensive assessment, clinical management and therapeutic monitoring, and the coordination and management of health promotion and health care. The clinical learning environment provides essential experiential opportunities for the development and refinement of core family nurse practitioner competencies. 275 clinical hours. (6 credits)
Is financial aid available to online students?
Please contact an admissions advisor by scheduling an appointment to learn if you qualify for financial assistance.
What is clinical placement?
Clinical placement is the required educational component of Marymount University’s Online Family Nurse Practitioner programs and the accelerated BSN program. Clinicals work parallels the classroom-based coursework to prepare for entry to the profession of advanced practice nursing.
What value will the placement team provide?
The Placement Team will assist you in handling the logistics, allowing you to focus on the coursework and the core competencies that will propel your placement experience. As an active participant in the placement process, providing referrals from your local community increases your chances of securing quality sites and preceptors. Networking within your placement site will help you create professional connections that can often lead to future placement and employment opportunities.
How does the clinical placement process work?
Shortly after enrollment, we will introduce you to your dedicated Placement Coordinator who will share the placement intake form, initiating the placement process.
The Placement Team will collaborate with you to secure quality placement sites and preceptors. In addition to completing the intake form, you will be responsible for completing the clinical clearance requirements prior to the start of clinical which include:
- A drug screening
- A background check
- Recommended vaccinations
- Physical exam and provider attestation
Once your clinical clearances are complete and the site has been approved, your Placement Coordinator will provide the preceptor’s information so you can work with them to plan your schedule. The course faculty will identify when you can start clinical.
What is the placement experience like?
During the placement experience, you will have access to faculty and other resources to help you successfully complete the rotation. The faculty will also be available to mentor and support you throughout the rotation if you have any specific questions about the provision of care, procedures, patient interactions, and general proficiencies. At the end of the placement rotation, you and your preceptor will review the requirements, complete evaluations, and officially end the placement rotation.
How should I prepare for clinicals?
You are not alone in preparing for clinicals! Your Placement Coordinator will schedule a call with you to provide information so you’re prepared to represent Marymount University in clinical consistency. We’ll also email a clinical checklist detailing the dress code, clinical tools, and professional expectations to ensure your success throughout each rotation.
How will I be evaluated during clinicals, and what will I learn?
You will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis. There are no letter grades given during clinicals. With the repetition of practice and assessment, as well as a variety of patient cases, you will learn the clinical skills necessary to confidently pursue a career providing primary care.
