Master of Science in Nursing

Western Michigan University

The Master of Science in Nursing program at the WMU Bronson School of Nursing is designed specifically for RNs who want to expand their knowledge and expertise. Our graduates are leaders in promoting health care in individuals and communities.Integrate scientific findings from nursing biopsychosocial fields, genetics, public health, quality improvement, and organizational sciences for the continual improvement of nursing practice across diverse settings.Demonstrate leadership skills that emphasize ethical and critical decision-making, effective working relationships, and a systems-perspective.Use the methods, tools, performance measures and standards related to quality, as well as apply quality principles within an organization.Demonstrate the ability to apply research outcomes within the practice setting, resolve practice problems, work as a change agent, and disseminate results.Use patient-care technologies to deliver and enhance care and use communication technologies to integrate and coordinate care.Demonstrate the ability to intervene at the system level through the policy development process and employ advocacy strategies to influence health and health care.Engage as a member and leader of interprofessional teams, communicate, collaborate, and consult with other health professionals to manage and coordinate care.Applies patient-centered and culturally responsive evidence-based strategies in the delivery of clinical prevention and health promotion interventions and/or services to individuals, families, communities, and aggregates/clinical populations.

College of Health and Human Services