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Earn your Doctor of Nursing Practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist while accessing exclusive resources available at Johns Hopkins. The DNP program equips you with analytical abilities, evidence-based practice knowledge, and leadership skills to advance healthcare innovation. The CNS specialization enhances your clinical theory expertise and nursing competencies, empowering you to enhance patient care delivery, optimize resource utilization, and foster nursing education.Our distinguished faculty, with extensive backgrounds in advanced clinical practice, leadership, and patient safety, have designed a comprehensive curriculum with clinical rotations that deliver a holistic education in coordinated, continuous patient care. Experience our immersive learning model that provides the professional growth support necessary to become a nursing leader. Faculty will connect you with exceptional mentors and collaborate on DNP projects aligned with ongoing initiatives at Johns Hopkins and affiliated institutions.The DNP Clinical Nurse Specialist Track at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing develops nurses for leadership positions in clinical and healthcare settings. You'll cultivate expertise in clinical theory and research-driven nursing practice.DNP-qualified clinical nurse specialists obtain certification in specialized nursing fields where they influence patient outcomes, nursing teams, and healthcare systems. Get ready to: Assist patients and families by overseeing complex cases through specialized population knowledge; Enhance healthcare teams by training and guiding staff in evidence-based care; And promote safety standards that transform healthcare delivery.Our program offers adaptable learning pathways. Complete online coursework from your current location while attending Baltimore immersions, or relocate to Baltimore for a blended online/local experience. Baltimore-based students complete coursework digitally while faculty arrange clinical rotations within the Johns Hopkins network, including placements at Henderson Hopkins (a JHU community school), House of Ruth (a Baltimore domestic violence shelter), or Johns Hopkins Health System facilities.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree or an entry-level nursing master’s degree from an ACEN or CCNE accredited college or university or an equivalent degree from a comparable foreign institution
Scholastic GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Applicants must submit evidence of current nursing license. Online students must have or obtain RN license from an authorized state.
One year of related full-time RN experience preferred
Three letters of recommendation (both academic and professional references; check FAQs for detailed guidance on completing this requirement)
Official Transcripts (from all previous colleges/universities)
Current Resume /CV (check FAQs for detailed guidance on completing this requirement)
Goal statement
GRE scores are accepted but not required
Interview with faculty (if moved forward by admissions committee)