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Online MSN

MC’s Master of Science in Nursing program prepares you to practice across the entire continuum of care within any of todays healthcare settings.

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Elevate Your Nursing Career with Our Online MSN Program

The MSN-Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) program at the Mississippi College School of Nursing is designed just for you! We focus on teaching important skills like communication and teamwork, which are crucial for leadership roles in healthcare. Our faculty members have tons of experience in healthcare, leadership, and clinical nursing, and they’re here to support you every step of the way. During the program, you’ll have the flexibility of completing all CNL courses online in 7-week sessions, making it easier for you to balance your studies with your busy life. You’ll get to choose your own preceptor and clinical site, and you’ll even work on a quality improvement project to see firsthand how nursing leadership can improve patient care and healthcare systems. We can’t wait to see you thrive as a leader in the nursing field!

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What is a clinical nurse leader?

Clinical nurse leaders are highly skilled and specialize in coordinating and managing patient care. With training in leadership, evidence-based practice, and healthcare systems, you work closely within teams to ensure efficient and patient-centered care across the continuum. Your role as a CNL is crucial in improving healthcare outcomes and promoting quality initiatives across various healthcare settings. It’s incredible what you can accomplish in this role!

What Can I learn from my Online MSN Program?

The online MSN Clinical Nurse Leader program at MC is all about equipping you with essential skills. You’ll dive into evidence-based practice, patient advocacy, care coordination, ethical decision-making, and more, all to boost your leadership and management abilities. You’ll also learn about resource delegation, reducing health disparities, and ensuring fairness in healthcare delivery. 

Additionally, you’ll discover how to use technology for better communication, data management, and patient care. This knowledge will set you up for success in various organizations and environments that heavily rely on digital tools for tracking healthcare progress.

Admission Requirements for MC’s Online MSN Program

  1. An MC application for admission must be submitted to: http://www.mc.edu/application/
  2. All official transcripts may be submitted directly to the Office of Graduate and Professional Studies at Mississippi College GPS@mc.edu or through the NursingCAS https://www.nursingcas.org/ 
  3. Must meet all general requirements for admission to the graduate school of Mississippi College.
  4. Hold an unrestricted license as a registered nurse (RN) in the United States for clinical experience.
  5. Must hold a bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
  6. Demonstrate completion of a research course and a statistics course (C or above).
  7. Students may normally transfer up to 6 hours of credit, taken within five-years from an accredited program, into the MC MSN program.
  8. Students must hold a GPA of 2.5 for admission consideration. Students who are admitted to the MSN program must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above.
  9. In addition to Mississippi College’s English proficiency requirements, all applicants to the School of Nursing whose first language is not English (including international and/or U.S. residents) must have a minimum TOEFL iBT of 83 combined (6.5 IELTS banding) or have graduated from a degree program where English is the primary language of instruction.

Documentation Required for the Online MSN Program at MC

  1. The applicant should submit a goal statement and an autobiographical statement, two academic/professional references, and attend a virtual or campus-based group interview.
  2. The applicant will be sent a link to an online orientation session to review questions and will be issued with a code to complete an online Health Sciences Research Test (HSRT). The HSRT gives candidates leadership profile information and a benchmark score is not required.
  3. Provide and maintain a current (within 2 years) satisfactory criminal history background check.
  4. Meet all agency proficiency and health requirements prior to approval for clinical placements.
  5. Have a physical assessment within 3 months of program start.
  6. Each applicant will be reviewed on an individual basis according to criteria established by the School of Nursing. Applicants who present satisfactory evidence of their ability to perform at the graduate level are admitted to the MSN program based upon capacity.

Featured Online MSN Program Courses

ACADEMIC WRITING FOR THE PROFESSIONAL

Master essential academic writing skills, including APA formatting, which are key to your career success. Through clear and logical instruction, you’ll learn to craft top-notch scholarly papers. These skills will not only benefit your future graduate studies but also enhance your professional communication in both clinical and academic settings.

CLINICAL NURSE ROLES AND COMPETENCIES

Analyze coordination and communication within care teams. Discover skills crucial for delivering top-notch healthcare. In this course, you will explore the connections between care coordination, patient experience, and national quality outcomes. You’ll cover topics such as transition management, team-based care, and quality improvement strategies.

CLINICAL NURSE LEADER PRACTICUM

Learn about the CNL role and other leadership positions through supervised leadership experiences. You’ll enhance skills in microsystem assessment, teaching and intervention implementation, and will practice what you have learned in the online classroom in the patient care and administrative settings.

STEPHANIE D. CHAMBERS ‘21, MSN RN CNL
“MC’s School of Nursing MSN program was a God send to me. The instructors were approachable, kind, and helpful. The program prepared me for a career in leadership. At the conclusion of the program, I was able to test and successfully gain certification as a Clinical Nurse Leader. ”
— STEPHANIE D. CHAMBERS ‘21, MSN RN CNL

What can you do with a Master of Science in Nursing?

Explore some of the many doors that open after your RN to BSN program:

Advanced Nursing Coordinator

Your role involves leading and coordinating healthcare teams to achieve the best patient care outcomes possible. This includes identifying areas for improvement, making necessary changes, and ensuring that patient care is always delivered with the utmost ethical standards

Evidence-Based Practice Specialist

Your goal is to enhance patient outcomes by integrating the best available evidence into your clinical decision-making and care delivery processes. You are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care based on the latest advancements in the field of nursing.

Patient Care Resource Manager

You combine clinical expertise with a focus on managing resources to enhance patient care. This dual role emphasizes not only the clinical knowledge needed but also the ability to optimizes the use of resources to achieve positive patient outcomes.