Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.)
Graduate Major
Grand Rapids • Online • 33-36 Credits
Nursing is a compassionate and skilled profession dedicated to caring for individuals and improving their health and well-being. People pursue nursing master's degrees to advance their careers, gain specialized skills, and improve patient care.
Overview
Grand Valley's Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) program is designed to prepare professional nurses as advanced generalists who can lead within the healthcare system. The M.S.N. includes clinical immersion in healthcare settings and is available to students in several states outside of Michigan. The program is tailored for working nurses, offering flexibility and support through dedicated placement coordinators and academic advisors.
The curriculum aims to develop leadership skills needed to apply evidence-based practices in patient care and coordinate healthcare delivery to enhance patient outcomes. Key topics include nursing in politics, leadership, and the application of evidence-based solutions to critical healthcare problems. Graduates will be eligible to take the Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) certification exam, ensuring they are well-prepared for advanced roles in nursing.
Grand Valley’s nursing programs are highly respected by employers and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, making it an excellent choice for advancing your nursing career. The program’s online format allows working nurses to balance their education with professional responsibilities. Students receive strong support from highly qualified faculty and have access to financial aid, scholarships, and graduate assistantships.
Grand Valley's nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, ccneaccreditation.org.
M.S.N. Program
gvsu.edu/nursingmsn
333
Michigan St NE, Ste. 410
(616) 331-7160
Kirkhof College of Nursing Office of Student Services
(616) 331-7160
[email protected]
Program Director
Nicole Harpold, DNP
(616) 331-5606
Application Deadline
The preferred application deadline for the Fall cohort is May 1. Applications received after that date are accepted based on space available until the final application deadline of July 15.
Career Opportunities
Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.
Top skills- Social Perceptiveness
- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Coordination
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 67,052.38 | 10% |
| $ 76,642.16 | 25% |
| $ 81,498.05 | 50% |
| $ 97,617.90 | 75% |
| $102,076.79 | 90% |
Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.
Top skills- Service Orientation
- Social Perceptiveness
- Coordination
- Monitoring
- Active Listening
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 47,000.53 | 10% |
| $ 56,111.57 | 25% |
| $ 61,253.77 | 50% |
| $ 65,749.11 | 75% |
| $ 75,671.17 | 90% |
Provide advanced nursing care for patients with acute conditions such as heart attacks, respiratory distress syndrome, or shock. May care for pre- and post-operative patients or perform advanced, invasive diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
Top skills- Social Perceptiveness
- Reading Comprehension
- Monitoring
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 67,052.38 | 10% |
| $ 76,642.16 | 25% |
| $ 81,498.05 | 50% |
| $ 97,617.90 | 75% |
| $102,076.79 | 90% |
Assess, diagnose, and treat individuals and families with mental health or substance use disorders or the potential for such disorders. Apply therapeutic activities, including the prescription of medication, per state regulations, and the administration of psychotherapy.
Top skills- Active Listening
- Social Perceptiveness
- Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- Monitoring
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 67,052.38 | 10% |
| $ 76,642.16 | 25% |
| $ 81,498.05 | 50% |
| $ 97,617.90 | 75% |
| $102,076.79 | 90% |
Provide specialized nursing care for patients in critical or coronary care units.
Top skills- Monitoring
- Social Perceptiveness
- Critical Thinking
- Service Orientation
- Reading Comprehension
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 67,052.38 | 10% |
| $ 76,642.16 | 25% |
| $ 81,498.05 | 50% |
| $ 97,617.90 | 75% |
| $102,076.79 | 90% |
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Nursing Accreditation
Grand Valley is highly respected by employers across the region, and the nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, ccneaccreditation.org.
Online Delivery
The M.S.N. program is designed for working nurses and all courses are delivered fully online. You will have access to a dedicated full-time placement coordinator who manages all of your clinical placements and academic advisors who create tailored program plans for each student. Choose from full-time and part-time schedules to integrate graduate school into your busy life.
Clinical Placement
You will have access to a dedicated full-time placement coordinator who manages all of your clinical placements and academic advisors who create tailored program plans for each student.
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