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Clinical Nurse Leader MSN
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General Information
What is a "Clinical Nurse Leader" (CNL)?
A CNL is a nursing professional, educated at the master's level. The CNL has advanced nursing knowledge and skills and is prepared to assume clinical leadership within the healthcare delivery system.
Who are these programs for?
This program is for RN's with a BSN who wish to enter advanced nursing practice as a generalist in a leadership role that will improve clinical and client outcomes for a defined group of patients on a clinical unit. RN's with a non-nursing baccalaureate are eligible to enter via our Bridge program to the MSN. (see Bridge program guidelines).
How long are the programs?
This program consists of 33.5 credits to be completed in two academic years of full time study or 3 academic years of part time study. The CNL program requires 410 clinical hours to complete this program.
Do I need to take the GRE?
Not all students must take the GRE. See "Program Admissions Requirements" below to see if you qualify for admissions without the GRE.
What options do you offer for distance learning or internet based classes?
TCNJ does not currently offer distance learning options. The School of Nursing places great emphasis on its role in developing a community of nursing professionals through intensive mentoring and the fostering of collegial relationships. We have found that the interactions necessary to achieve these goals occur best in an interactive classroom setting.
Do you offer weekend courses?
The College of New Jersey does not currently offer any weekend course option.
Classroom Information
What is the average class size?
Typical classes are small, ranging from an average of 6 students to a maximum of 15 per class.
Where and when do they meet?
All lecture and seminar classes are held on The College of New Jersey campus. Clinical practicum sites will be located at our clinical partners facilities of Princeton Medical Center , Hunterdon Medical Center and Meridian Health Care or other healthcare agencies. Scheduling may vary, but most classes are offered on weekday evenings beginning at 5:00 PM. Students should be prepared to be flexible in order to meet classroom and clinical requirements.
What should I know about the faculty?
The Faculty is comprised of dedicated nursing professionals and health care administrators representing a wide range of roles. All MSN course are taught by Nursing faculty and experts from the clinical partner facilities. Our faculty are highly student focused, making themselves available and approachable to students both in and out of the classroom.
Practical Experiences
How many practical experiences will I be required to take?
The CNL program requires a total of 410 hours of clinical work in different settings within the healthcare system.
How many days per week are spent at each practicum site?
This will vary depending upon the course and clinical site. The CNL program includes an intensive practicum experience which requires commitment to a full-time clinical practicum during the last semester of the program.
Where will I do my practicum?
Practical experiences take place in a variety of local healthcare agencies, including hospitals, clinics, private practices, and community health agencies.
