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Nursing (DNP)

Doctoral · 3-4 years · Healthcare

$145,000
Median salary
40%
Much faster than average
3-4 years
Typical duration
4
Career paths

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Overview

The Doctor of Nursing Practice is the terminal clinical degree for advanced practice nurses. DNP-prepared nurses lead clinical practice, health systems, and policy.

Typical Curriculum

1 Evidence-Based Practice
2 Healthcare Policy
3 Population Health
4 Informatics
5 Clinical Leadership
6 Quality Improvement
7 DNP Project
8 Advanced Practice

Career Outcomes

Chief Nursing OfficerNurse AnesthetistClinical DirectorHealthcare Executive

Top Schools for Nursing (DNP)

1 Johns Hopkins University
2 Duke University
3 University of Pennsylvania
4 UCSF
5 Rush University

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