MSN – Adult Nursing
Students who want advanced nursing careers may consider becoming adult nurse practitioners (ANPs). ANPs diagnose, treat, evaluate and manage critical illness and disease in adults. An MSN in adult nursing prepares students for the advanced practice of nursing in the primary health care of adults. ANPs are qualified to diagnose and treat patients over the age of 12 and supervise registered nurses (RNs).
Overview of a MSN – Adult Nursing Program
- Students focus on the study of at risk and critically ill patients and their families who are cared for in ambulatory or extended care settings.
- Students can further specialize in an area of the body (cardiology), type of care (emergency), or type of disease (cancer).
- Students often work one-on-one with patients to ensure an accurate health assessment.
- Courses provide nurses a structure for the use of research and theory as a basis for the diagnosis and treatment of illness in adults.
- Additional coursework includes advanced pharmacology, diagnostics, and clinical management.
Steps to Become a Adult Nurse
- Earn an Associate’s Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing.
- Receive a Registered Nurse Certification.
- Enroll and complete a MSN program with a concentration in adult nursing.
- Obtain ANP certification and proper licensure, which varies by state.
Adult Nursing Salary and Career Information
- Estimated Salary: $54,000-$92,000 (determined by place of employment and area of specialty), according to Payscale.com.
- Job Setting: Hospitals, clinics, private practices, home care organizations, and government departments.
- Job Prospects: Excellent, according to The Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Online MSN – Adult Nursing Degrees
Earn an Online Nurse Practitioner Degree
Online nurse practitioner programs have grown in popularity in recent years as more accredited schools have begun offering online alternatives to these degrees. Combining flexibility with the lack of campus visitation required these programs are ideal for working professionals. By clicking on links below, you can request information from each school about its tuition, classes, and programs.
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Georgetown University — Stationed out of Washington DC, Georgetown University is a cultural and social hub and is one of the oldest schools in the nation. The school has two online nursing programs available, an MSN in Family Nursing and an MSN in Midwifery and Women's Health. Georgetown is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. |
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Kaplan University — Kaplan University's online presence is almost unmatched, offering over 170 online degrees and programs, including MSN in Nurse Administration, MSN in Nurse Education, and MSN in Nurse Informatics. However, there are also 70 campuses across the country for those interested in a more traditional education. Kaplan is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. |
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University of Phoenix — While it may not be surprising that the University of Phoenix is based in Phoenix, AZ, the school does have over 200 additional locations around the country. Phoenix has more than 200 online programs available, with nursing degrees in Health Education, Health Informatics, and a general track. Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. |
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American Sentinel University — American Sentinel University is an online college focused on technology, business, and healthcare. The school offers several nursing programs like the RN to MSN bridge programs or the MSN in Nursing Informatics. All of these programs require no campus visitation and can be completed online entirely. ASU has an accreditation by the Distance Education and Training Council. |
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Capella University — Based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Capella University is an online school with over 37000 current students across the nation. Its online programs like MSN in Nurse Educator (Bridge option also available) have one-to-one tutoring, accelerated study, and low student to teacher ratios. Capella holds several accreditations, including The Higher Learning Commission and Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. |
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