The role of a nurse with a practice doctorate is multifaceted and significantly different from that of a nurse with a research doctorate. As a DNP-prepared nurse, you may serve as a clinical nurse educator, a policy and legislation advocate, an organization leader, or an advanced practice nurse responsible for tracking, installing, and monitoring initiatives aimed at improving nursing and healthcare delivery.
Which role(s) are you most excited about? What do you hope to accomplish as a DNP-prepared nurse? Regardless of what the future holds for you, your Walden DNP program will help you develop the knowledge and skills necessary to enact these roles.
As a DNP-prepared nurse, I’m most excited about the roles of a clinical nurse educator and a policy and legislation advocate.
I believe that education plays a crucial role in improving patient outcomes and the overall quality of healthcare. As a clinical nurse educator, I hope to:
Additionally, I am passionate about advocating for policies and legislation that support the nursing profession and improve patient care. As a policy and legislation advocate, I aim to:
I believe that my Walden DNP program will provide me with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively fulfill these roles and make a positive impact on healthcare. I am eager to apply my education and experience to advance nursing practice and improve the lives of patients.