Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist - M.S.
New York State Registered Program Code: 22181
New York State Registered Program Code: 22184 (Dual BS/MS)
New York State Registered Program Code: 22185 (Dual RN-BS/MS)
HEGIS Code: 1203.10 {Nursing-R.N. Required for Admission}
Molloy Program of Study Code: MNCAG (prior MNCNS)
Molloy Program of Study Code: MDCAG (prior MDCNS) (Dual BS/MS)
Molloy Program of Study Code: MRCAG (prior MRCNS) (Dual RN-BS/MS)
Characteristics of the Molloy College Masters Prepared Nurse:
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Demonstrates and transmits a belief in the inherent worth and dignity of individuals, families and communities, through role modeling of professional nursing.
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Demonstrates advance competencies and ethical decision-making.
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Assumes responsibility and accountability for advanced professional practice in an increasingly complex healthcare environment.
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Assumes a leadership role based on theory, research and expert practice.
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Designs and implements research.
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Advocates for an environment of health in a global society.
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Assumes responsibility and accountability for professional nursing practice.
Requirements
Core Courses (9 credits required):
| NUR 5051 | Theoretical Applications in Transformative Leadership | 3 |
| NUR 5052 | Reflective Practice and Advocacy | 3 |
| NUR 5053 | Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing | 3 |
All Core Courses must be completed before progressing to Advanced Practice Core Courses.
Advanced Practice Core Courses (11 credits required):
CNS Program Courses (12 credits required):
| NUR 5330 | CNS: Foundations and Decision-Making | 3 |
| NUR 5340 | CNS: Adult-Gerontology Health Practice I | 2 |
| NUR 5350 | CNS: Adult-Gerontology Health Practice II | 2 |
| NUR 5360 | CNS: Adult-Gerontology Health Practice III | 2 |
| Electives | 3 |
Elective Courses (6 credits required):
Students take 6 credits of NUR Electives.
BUS 5560 and BUS 5570 are allowed to be taken as NUR Electives.
Total Credit Hours: 35