Are you a registered nurse looking to elevate your career and make a significant impact in acute care settings? Stony Brook University’s Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Master of Science program is designed to equip you with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to excel in this demanding and rewarding field. This program, offered through distance education with on-site requirements, prepares graduates to provide expert care to adult and older adult patients facing complex health challenges.
Program Overview: Shaping Future Acute Care Leaders
The Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program is meticulously crafted to develop advanced practice nurses capable of managing the intricate healthcare needs of adult-gerontology patients. From young adults to the frail elderly, you will learn to provide comprehensive care for those with acute and chronic conditions across diverse healthcare environments. This Master of Science program goes beyond foundational nursing education, focusing on cultivating your ability to analyze complex situations and implement effective, patient-centered solutions within evolving healthcare systems. You will gain proficiency in managing patient care across the full spectrum of acuity, ensuring you are prepared for any challenge in acute care settings.
Master of Science in Nursing: Graduate Program Outcomes
This rigorous graduate program is built upon ten core domains, ensuring comprehensive development as an acute care nurse practitioner. Upon graduation, you will be able to:
- Integrate Advanced Nursing Knowledge: Apply nursing theories and research to drive clinical decision-making, ensuring the highest standards of advanced practice.
- Synthesize Knowledge for Holistic Care: Combine advanced scientific understanding with collaborative skills to address the diverse factors influencing health. Design and deliver holistic, equitable, and patient-centered care.
- Lead in Population Health Initiatives: Collaborate with diverse partners to identify population health priorities, evaluate system capabilities, and champion policies that improve equitable health outcomes for communities.
- Advance Nursing Scholarship: Contribute to the field by translating evidence-based practices into real-world applications, addressing health disparities and system inequities.
- Apply Improvement Science Principles: Evaluate and enhance care quality and safety using data-driven methods to minimize risks and optimize system effectiveness.
- Enhance Interprofessional Collaboration: Lead effective communication and teamwork across healthcare disciplines to improve processes and patient outcomes for diverse populations.
- Optimize Healthcare Systems: Utilize care coordination, informatics, and technology to deliver safe, high-quality, and efficient healthcare services in alignment with best practices and regulations.
- Embody Professional Identity and Ethics: Model resilience, accountability, and ethical conduct, reflecting the core values of nursing in service to individuals, society, and the profession.
- Promote Lifelong Learning and Resilience: Demonstrate self-reflection and adaptability to foster environments that encourage continuous professional development, well-being, and leadership in nursing.
Admission Requirements for the Master of Science in Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program
To be considered for admission to this competitive Master of Science program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Completed Application: Submit a fully completed application form.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Hold a BSN degree from an accredited nursing program. (RN applicants with non-nursing bachelor’s degrees should refer to the Clinical Practice Portfolio requirement).
- Minimum GPA: Achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Transcripts: Provide unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. International transcripts require evaluation by NACES accredited services like World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon admission.
- Unencumbered RN License: Possess a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license in your state of clinical practice.
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume: Submit a current CV or resume detailing your professional experience.
- Relevant Experience: A minimum of one year of recent relevant experience is preferred.
- Letters of Recommendation: Provide three online letters of recommendation from professional references.
- Prerequisite Coursework: Completion of a three-credit undergraduate course in Health Assessment and a three-credit undergraduate course in Statistics.
- Technical Standards: Meet the program’s Technical Standards for Admission and Retention.
Additional Requirements Post-Admission
Upon acceptance into the program, you will need to fulfill these additional requirements:
- Official Transcripts and Evaluations: Submit official transcripts and WES evaluations for international transcripts.
- CastleBranch Compliance: Utilize the CastleBranch system to manage and upload required health and professional documents (a one-time fee applies). NP Student Malpractice Insurance is mandatory throughout the program.
- New York State RN License: Obtain a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license from New York State.
- Certifications: Provide certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers with AED and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
- Technology Requirements: Meet the School of Nursing’s technology requirements.
Career Advancement: Certification and Beyond
Graduates of this Master of Science program are eligible to become certified and registered as Nurse Practitioners by the New York State Education Department. Furthermore, you will be prepared to sit for the national Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification exam offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), enhancing your credibility and career prospects nationwide.
Accreditation: Ensuring Program Excellence
The Stony Brook University School of Nursing’s Master’s program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), a testament to our commitment to providing high-quality nursing education that meets rigorous national standards.
Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Journey
Elevate your nursing career and become a leader in acute care. Contact Dr. Dolores Bilges at [email protected] for more information about the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Master of Science program and application process.
