M.S. in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP)

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Jan 6, 2025

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GMAT/GRE not required for admission

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CCNE

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Expand your role in patient care with an MSN-FNP

If you are a registered nurse with a desire to expand your role in patient care, Franklin’s M.S. in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) track is a great option for you. You’ll be prepared to work in the primary care setting managing the health of individuals and families. You’ll gain the knowledge and clinical skills necessary for the assessment and management of common acute and chronic illnesses, health promotion and disease prevention for individuals throughout their lives. Upon completion of your degree, you will be eligible to apply to sit for the Family Nurse Practitioner certification examinations offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).

Program Availability

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Finish in as Few as 27 Months

Earn your degree and prepare for advancement faster.

Accredited

The master's degree program in nursing at Franklin University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

100% Pass Rate

To date, all of Franklin’s grads have passed the FNP certification exam.

Online Coursework

Balance earning your degree with other work-life commitments.

Contemporary Curriculum

Evaluate and study trending nursing topics throughout the program.

Learn from the Best

Benefit from the experience of your instructors – seasoned, in-field practitioners.

MSN-FNP Program Overview

Transform the patient experience

According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, the number of new nurse practitioners graduating each year is rising rapidly and within the next few years, will likely exceed the number of new physicians completing training. The shift provides an opportunity for providers and organizations to meet growing healthcare needs in a more cost-effective manner including filling gaps in specializations and populations. For new and aspiring nurse practitioners, the shift provides more autonomy and more career options.

As a graduate-level nursing student, you will strengthen your critical thinking and problem-solving skills in order to coordinate healthcare programs in a time of ongoing reform. You’ll examine the role of the advanced practice nurse in the delivery of care, leadership and collaboration. You’ll earn your degree in approximately 27 months, by completing 6, 12 and 16-week online courses. During your last year of study, you’ll participate in a required on-site skills lab, as well as on-site clinicals 1 or 2 days per week depending on the course requirements in an approved healthcare setting.

Perfect the art of diagnosis and treatment with the help of simulation software

As part of Franklin’s commitment to providing a relevant education, you’ll be exposed to current and emerging technologies. In addition, you’ll consistently merge coursework with your existing knowledge in order to develop a theoretical basis to guide your practice to promote high quality, effective, patient-centered care. In order to provide a dynamic online learning experience, you will have access to Shadowhealth, state-of-the-art simulation software, to sharpen your foundational skills prior to beginning your clinical experience – a unique benefit for Franklin MSN-FNP students. The use of simulation software continues with iHuman, which is used in many of the didactic courses including the clinicals.

Maximize your learning with concept-based study and competency-based clinicals

You won’t attend online lectures as part of your MSN-FNP experience. The highly structured, online MSN-FNP coursework requires a great deal of engagement. It is recommended that you attend our live sessions to enrich your understanding. Because the program is designed for working nurses, the live sessions will also be recorded for viewing at a later time. You will progress through your clinicals and demonstrate mastery in primary care. Once mastery is achieved, you are able to spend time in a specialty practice to enrich your diagnostic and management skills.

Tailor your MSN-FNP to your professional goals

You will have the opportunity to select the location of your clinical practice site. However, it must meet requirements and be approved by the faculty. Once you reach the MSN-FNP courses, you will spend 150 hours at your clinical practice site per semester for four semesters for a total of 600 clinical hours. This equates to about 1 1/2-2 days a week during courses that require clinical.

Earn an accredited nursing degree and qualify to apply to take the national certification exam

The master’s degree program in nursing at Franklin University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). As a student, you can be confident that your MSN will prepare you for advanced practice or doctoral-level study.

Once you complete your degree, you will be eligible to apply to sit for the Family Nurse Practitioner certification examination offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). Passing the certification exam is necessary to receive a license to practice as an advanced registered nurse practitioner in most states. Currently, Franklin’s first two cohorts of FNP graduates have a 100% pass rate on the certification exam.

Transfer up to 12 credits and finish your MSN faster

If you have previously taken MSN courses at a CCNE-accredited institution, you may be able to transfer credit and save time and money toward your Franklin MSN. Franklin offers course-for-course credit for advanced pathophysiology, advanced pharmacology and advanced physical assessment, as long as they have been completed within 3 to 5 years of your enrollment at Franklin. To see if your previous coursework can be used to satisfy degree requirements, you’ll need to submit a syllabus for the course(s) you’d like to have evaluated for transfer credit. Your admissions advisor will be happy to assist you in any way.

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Affordable Tuition

$670

PER CREDIT HOUR

Affordable tuition rates for the accredited MSN-FNP provide value and quality.

Lower Fees

Save thousands of dollars in fees by choosing Franklin over other leading programs for your MSN-FNP.

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Instructor Led

Online courses taught by in-field experts = a winning combo for you.

MSN-FNP Courses & Curriculum

41 Semester Hours

Major Area Required

NURS 612 - Role of the Master's Prepared Nurse (3)

This course assesses the various roles of the master's prepared nurse. The influence of the health care delivery systems, health care policy, diversity, ethics, quality, safety, theory, evidence based practice, and information systems on the role of the master's prepared nurse will be explored.

NURS 693 - Evidence Based Practice & Quality Improv (3)

This course will explore and analyze methods to improve nursing practice and health outcomes. Collaborative efforts and ethical concerns are considered. Emphasis is placed on critically evaluating evidence-based practice and quality assurance initiatives.

NURS 644 - Advanced Pathophysiology (3)

This course provides an in-depth study of the physiological changes and responses to altered health states and their impact on the functional status of patients. Students will focus on the essential knowledge of human health and disease across the lifespan. Pathophysiological theories and evidence-based research serve as a basis for applying content to population groups.

NURS 648 - Advanced Pharmacology (3)

This course focuses on the concepts, principles, and application of pharmacotherapeutics used in the management of health problems encountered in primary care. Emphasis is placed on theories and principles of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacogenetics, which provide a foundation for critical thinking, and the application of research finding. The focus on pharmacology is aimed at the treatment of acute and chronic health problems in populations over the lifespan. Prescriptive authority for nurses is explored.

NURS 698 - Diagnostic Methods for the Nurse Practitioner (2)

This course will provide students with content regarding common diagnostic tests applicable to APN practice, the rationale for these tests, expected results and common abnormal results. Topics include selection of appropriate diagnostic tests, procedures for collecting specimens, analyzing selected tests and evaluating results. The role of the APRN is to be knowledgeable about evidence-based support for the choice of diagnostic testing and use critical thinking to evaluate the significance of this testing in the context of the test?s sensitivity specificity the disease prevalence and the patient?s likelihood for the condition. The APRN is an advocate for the patient when weighing the risk/benefit factors for testing while also being a good manager of resources and avoiding unnecessary testing which contributes to the high cost of medical care. The APRN needs to be familiar with legal implications of testing such as protecting the privacy of medical information, timeliness of providing test results, and laws concerning mandatory reporting. The ethics of autonomy and the right to refuse a test need to be considered as the APRN shares decision making with the patient. Socioeconomic factors and social determinants of health can influence create barriers to access to care and also need careful consideration.

HCM 752 - Health Policy (4)

This course will explore the essential conceptual and analytical understanding of health policymaking and politics, including their impact on health administration and leadership. Selected policy issues will be explored through the application of political concepts and behavioral models, including a system model of policymaking. The emphasis will be on understanding the health leader?s approach to the policymaking system, become involved in it, and work through it to attain their objectives and those of their organization.

NURS 646 - Advanced Physical Assessment (3)

This course builds upon the student?s previous health assessment knowledge offering more advanced health assessment content to provide the foundation for advanced professional nursing roles. This course emphasizes knowledge of health assessment, including physical, psychosocial, spiritual health assessment, risk assessment, and functional assessment in diverse populations in the promotion of health and prevention of disease. To maintain a nursing focus on patient responses to health, illness, or the threat of illness, the nurse must exhibit effective communication and client teaching, which is incorporated throughout the course. The importance of effective documentation and health record keeping is included.

NURS 700 - Foundations of Nurse Practition Practice

This course introduces the practice of primary health care. Principles of safety, quality, and the art of diagnosis and treatment influencing care delivery will be addressed. These include fundamentals in the art of diagnosis and treatment, population health, cultural competency, oral and written communication, and billing and coding. This course has a required basic office procedure skills and assessment lab of 16 hours.

NURS 701 - Primary Care I (4)

This course provides the nurse practitioner student with advanced theoretical knowledge in the principles of health promotion, disease prevention, and management of common acute and chronic health problems across the lifespan. This course has a required clinical experience of 150 hours where the students will complete appropriate focused and comprehensive subjective and objective assessments; use a differential diagnosis process to make clinical decisions; select appropriate interventions including diagnostic tests, medications, and referrals; and document effectively in patients' health records. Note, this course has proctored exam(s).

NURS 702 - Primary Care II (4)

This course provides the nurse practitioner student with advanced theoretical knowledge in the principles of health promotion, disease prevention, and management of common acute and chronic health problems across the lifespan. This course has a required clinical experience of 150 hours where students will complete appropriate focused and comprehensive subjective and objective assessments; used a differential diagnosis process to make clinical decisions; select appropriate interventions including diagnostic tests, medications, and referrals; and document effectively in patients' health records. Note, this course has proctored exam(s).

NURS 703 - Management of Multidimensional Health (4)

This course focuses on the health care concepts specific to the application of assessment and management of common conditions with special emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention, risk reduction, and disease detection, with a focus on pediatric and geriatric populations. This course has a required clinical experience of 150 hours where students will complete appropriate focused and comprehensive subjective and objective assessments; use a differential diagnosis process to make clinical decisions; select appropriate interventions including diagnostic tests, medications, and referrals; and document effectively in patients' health records.

NURS 704 - Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Prep (1)

This course is designed to prepare the student to successfully pass the national certification exam. Emphasis will be on best test-taking practices and professional and independent practice in primary care for individuals and families.

NURS 790 - FNP Capstone (4)

This course focuses on the health care concepts specific to the application of assessment and management of physical and mental health with special emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention, risk reduction, disease detection, and gender-related well-being. Students will advance understanding of core concepts related to well-being and gender-related health in diverse populations. This course has a required clinical experience of 150 hours, where students will complete appropriate focused and comprehensive subjective and objective assessments; use a differential diagnosis process to make clinical decisions; select appropriate interventions including diagnostic tests, medications, and referrals; and document effectively in patients? health records.

Microcredentials Align with Job Essentials

In today's dynamic work environments, adaptive professionals thrive. A microcredential - either as a stand-alone course or integrated into your degree program - is a short, skill-specific recognition that enables you to demonstrate your competency in a distinct area. Like Franklin's degree programs, microcredentials are aligned with market and industry demand to ensure what you learn can be put to use right away. Microcredentials are easily shared via digital badges and can be stacked to create a unique portfolio of in-demand skills.

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MSN-FNP Program Details

Tuition Costs

2024 - 2025 Tuition	Cost Per Credit
Standard tuition per credit hour	$670
Nursing programs MSN-FNP, MSN-PMHNP, MSN-AGPCNP, Post-Graduate FNP Certificate, Post-Graduate AGPCNP Certificate and Post-Graduate PMHNP Certificate	$670
MSN-Generalist, MSN-Nurse Administrator and MSN-Nurse Educator	$598
RN-MSN Pathway (NURS 500)	$298
Current service members	$536
Graduate Prerequisite Courses (500 level)	$398
Graduate Prerequisite Courses (500 level) - International Students	$526

M.S. in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner Track Fees	Cost
Background check and clinical/practicum screening fee (NURS 612)	$150
Background check (NURS 703)	$80
Clinical course fee (NURS 700, NURS 701, NURS 702, NURS 703, NURS 790)	$250 per course
Clinical/preceptor fees – courses with a clinical in a nurse practitioner track only	Varies by preceptor and site, if applicable $0-$2,000+

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Program Learning Outcomes

A learning outcome map functions as a roadmap to help guide students' progress through their program of study. Click HERE to view the M.S. Nursing matrix.

Degree Requirements

To be awarded a graduate degree, students must:

Successfully complete all required curriculum courses.
Maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00.
Complete the residency requirement:
- FNP students must earn at least 29 of the 41 required credits at Franklin University – in any modality.
Complete the payment of all requisite tuition and fees;
Not to be under disciplinary dismissal due to academic dishonesty or violation of Student Code of Conduct.

Transfer credit awarded based on experiential learning shall not count toward the residence requirement at Franklin University.

Admission Requirements

The admission process reflects Franklin University’s efforts to clearly identify the performance standards that can help predict student success in graduate level study. The selection criterion for Franklin’s graduate programs, as determined by faculty, emphasizes academic ability, contributory work experience, and personal qualities and characteristics.

Requirements for admission include having earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or have earned an associate degree/diploma in nursing from an institution accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACCJC), Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), New England Commission on Higher Education (NECHE), Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), Southern Association of Colleges and School Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), or a Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)-recognized accrediting organization with at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Applicants who earned lower than a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in their earned associate or bachelor’s degree can petition for admission to the program chair by submitting an essay detailing other criteria that the applicant believes should be considered to demonstrate their ability to be successful in a graduate program of study. This petition could include details on the applicant’s work experience, work ethic, level of professionalism, personality characteristics, level of difficulty of program of study previously completed, etc.

If a student is admitted as a result of the petition, the student will need to obtain a “B” average (3.0 GPA) during the first graduate-level course of their program. If the terms of the conditional enrollment are not met, the student will not be allowed to advance in their program and will be unable to earn this graduate degree from Franklin University.

Program Prerequisites

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Evidence of Active Nursing License

Applicants must have a valid, active and clear/unencumbered RN license in the U.S. or in a jurisdiction that is an associate member of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).

Applicants holding the equivalent of an RN licensure or certification outside the U.S. must submit a Credential Evaluation Services (CES) Academic Report from the Council of Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS).
All students must maintain licensure throughout the program of study.
License information should be submitted here.

English Language Testing & TOEFL IELTS

Prospective students must demonstrate English Language Proficiency. The requirement is met through any of the following:

The applicant is a citizen of a country where English is the official language.*
The applicant has received a bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an institution located in an English-speaking country in which the courses were taught in English.*
The applicant has earned appropriate scores on language proficiency exams taken within the last two years, as listed in the Academic Catalog.

*For more information about English proficiency, including a list of English-speaking nations, please visit our International Students section.

Program Specific Requirements

Please note: Due to the unique requirements of the MSN-FNP practicum experience, students should consult the Nursing MSN-FNP Program Handbook for important information on the program’s required practicum component before selecting this major. Applicants must complete and return the Acknowledgement of Receipt of the Handbook form prior to enrolling in the MSN-FNP program. For questions regarding the handbook or form, please contact the MSN Program Chair. The handbook and form can be accessed here.

Licensure Disclaimer

State Licensure Information
In order to be compliant with federal and state regulations related to distance education and professional licensure programs, not all professional licensure programs are open for enrollment or completion of required clinical experiences in every state or U.S. territory. To see which locations are open for Franklin’s nursing programs, please check the “Program Availability” list at the top of this page, or search by program or location through our Program Availability by Location tool.

Franklin University’s advanced practice registered nursing tracks are designed to lead to licensure/certification. Requirements for licensure vary by state and may involve more than successful degree completion. For more information, including a list of locations where Franklin’s programs meet state educational requirements for licensure and state licensure board contact information, please see the Professional Licensure Information section of the State Authorization & Professional Licensure webpage.

Program Advisory Board

The University employs a team approach to planning, developing and maintaining its academic curriculum. An essential element of this process – and a key to the institution’s quality assurance practices – is the Program Advisory Board (and the associated Alumni Advisory Board). A diverse array of business and industry leaders make up these discipline-specific boards that provide guidance on theory-to-practice ideas, global business perspectives, and emerging topics in the field. Each academic year, Program Advisory Boards meet with Division Chairs and faculty for lively and engaged conversations, thus bringing members’ substantial professional experience and expertise into the classroom. In addition, some Division Chairs elect to engage Program Advisory Board members in the assessment of academic program outcomes.

Name	Organization	Title
George Armstrong	Self Employed	Sr. Consultant
Rosetta Gordon	Nationwide Children's Hospital	Nursing Student Ed. Coord.
Judith Haber	New York University	Professor Emerita
Le-Ann Harris	Ohio Health Grant Medical Center	CNO, VP Patient Care
Kimberly Kelly	Nationwide Children's Hospital	Nursing Student Ed. Coord.
Christine Kowalesky	Crouse Family Community Program	Psych NP Administrator
Lester Lubuguin	Marblemedia	Freelance Editor
Falaknaz Modan	Franklin University	Alumna
Mary Nibert	Fairfield Medical Center	Alumni (BSN and MBA, DHA)
Pat Emilie Polimeni	Essen Medical Associates PC	FNP, Primary Care
Susan Powell	Dayton Children's Medical Ctr	Director of Nursing Excellence
Kimberly Regis	Nationwide Children's Hospital	Chief Nurse Executive + Vice President
Melinda Roepke	North Central State College	Dean, Health Sc. + Dir. Nursing
Tara Rohr	Columbus State Community College	Asst. Professor
Jill Schramm	University of Colorado	Department of Endocrinology
Kelly Ward	Roanoke College	Health Services Clinic

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FNP or AGPCNP: Which is the Best Fit for You?

Nursing is a challenging, yet rewarding profession that affords you the opportunity to follow your passion in a rapidly evolving and growing industry. If you are deciding between the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP), there are some important similarities between the two programs. Both specializations:

Require 600 clinical hours and completion of Primary Care I (NURS 701/701C) + Primary Care II (NURS 702/702C)
Are nationally certified through American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Equip you for positions in ambulatory care centers, medical offices and correctional facilities

However, below you’ll find some information on what differentiates the two options. Compare the options and find the best fit for you.

FNP

AGPCNP

Age-Range of Patients: Birth to Geriatric

Best Fit: Nurses who enjoy caring for babies and children

Demand Driver: Rural areas with less access to pediatric specialists.

Additional Required Clinical Courses: Management of Multidimensional Health (NURS 703/703C) + FNP Capstone (NURS 790/790C)

Practice Settings: Schools, Rural Health Clinics, Worksite-Based Clinics

Age-Range of Patients: Patients ages 13 and older

Best Fit: Nurses who enjoy caring for teens and adults – especially older adults

Demand Driver: Aging population and absence of physicians specializing in geriatric care.

Additional Required Clinical Courses: Management of the Geriatric Population (NURS 710/710C) + Adult-Gero Primary Capstone (NURS 791/791C)

Practice Settings: Long-term Care Facilities, Assisted Living Centers, University Student Health Centers

Employment Outlook

14%

From 2022-2032, jobs in Nursing are expected to increase by 14%

Occupation

Median Salary (2022)

Job Postings (2022)

Projected Growth (2022-2032)

Occupation

Nurse Anesthetists

$203,091

46,484

15%

Nurse Anesthetists

Median Salary: $203,091
Job Postings: 46,484
Projected Growth: 15%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Nurse Anesthetists administer anesthesia, monitor patient’s vital signs, and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia. May assist anesthesiologists, surgeons, other physicians, or dentists. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists	37,105	80%
Locums Tenens	1,904	4%
Nurse Anesthetists	2,010	4%
Locum Tenens Certified Nurse Anesthetists	1,682	4%
Certified Nurse Anesthetists	784	2%
Nationwide Epic Systems Analysts	560	1%
Hospitalists	372	1%
Anesthesia Assistants	525	1%
Anesthesia Technicians	271	1%
Anesthetists	145	0%
Ongoing Case Managers	252	1%
Regional Nurses	205	0%
Endoscopy Registered Nurses	219	1%
Chief Nursing Executives	89	0%
Chief Nurses	77	0%
Prior Authorization Nurses	86	0%
Healthcare Recruiters	52	0%
Anesthesia Physicians	51	0%
Camp Nurses	49	0%
Certified Nurse Anesthetists Locums	46	0%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Anesthesias	9,972	55%
Anesthesiology	5,986	33%
Nursing	4,128	23%
Pediatrics	2,889	16%
Surgery	2,838	16%
Obstetrics And Gynaecology	2,601	14%
Pre-Anesthetic Assessment	1,998	11%
Orthopedics	1,977	11%
Pain Management	1,868	10%
Urology	1,710	9%
Operating Room (OR)	1,657	9%
Trauma Care	1,613	9%
Airway Management	1,574	9%
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)	1,488	8%
Gynecology	1,436	8%
Endoscopy	1,356	7%
General Surgery	1,317	7%
Epidural Anesthesia	1,151	6%
Sedation	1,145	6%
Surgical Procedures	975	5%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Offices of Physicians		51%
	General Medical and Surgical Hospitals		27%
	Outpatient Care Centers		5%
	Offices of Other Health Practitioners		5%
	Education and Hospitals (Local Government)		4%
	Education and Hospitals (State Government)		3%
	Other		4%

Nurse Practitioners

$121,618

391,419

47%

Nurse Practitioners

Median Salary: $121,618
Job Postings: 391,419
Projected Growth: 47%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Nurse Practitioners diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Nurse Practitioners	139,375	36%
Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants	66,547	17%
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners	39,152	10%
Family Nurse Practitioners	26,090	7%
Nurse Practitioners/Advanced Practice Registered Nurses	11,533	3%
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners	19,776	5%
Urgent Care Nurse Practitioners	9,165	2%
Primary Care Nurse Practitioners	7,947	2%
Urgent Care Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants	9,347	2%
Pediatric Nurse Practitioners	9,636	3%
Nurse Practitioners/Hospitalists	8,363	2%
Practitioners	4,660	1%
Health Risk Assessment Nurse Practitioners	5,319	1%
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioners	4,833	1%
Travel Nurse Practitioners	5,971	2%
Family Medicine Nurse Practitioners	5,386	1%
Advanced Practice Clinicians	4,883	1%
Neonatal Nurse Practitioners	4,831	1%
Advanced Practice Providers	4,396	1%
Cardiology Nurse Practitioners	4,209	1%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Nursing	74,798	33%
Primary Care	50,517	22%
Patient Education And Counseling	32,487	14%
Medical Records	31,208	14%
Treatment Planning	30,499	13%
Electronic Medical Record	26,012	12%
Geriatrics	25,683	11%
Psychiatry	23,299	10%
Medical History Documentation	23,196	10%
Clinical Experience	22,563	10%
Urgent Care	22,007	10%
Family Medicine	20,420	9%
Pediatrics	19,436	9%
Chronic Diseases	18,811	8%
Mental Health	18,221	8%
Acute Care	17,620	8%
Medication Administration	17,070	8%
Patient Treatment	16,818	7%
Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing	15,909	7%
Internal Medicine	15,637	7%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Offices of Physicians		47%
	General Medical and Surgical Hospitals		18%
	Outpatient Care Centers		9%
	Offices of Other Health Practitioners		4%
	Education and Hospitals (State Government)		4%
	Education and Hospitals (Local Government)		3%
	Other		15%

Nurse Midwives

$120,890

6,408

12%

Nurse Midwives

Median Salary: $120,890
Job Postings: 6,408
Projected Growth: 12%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Nurse Midwives diagnose and coordinate all aspects of the birthing process, either independently or as part of a healthcare team. May provide well-woman gynecological care. Must have specialized, graduate nursing education.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Certified Nurse Midwives	4,445	69%
Nurse Midwives	990	15%
Dispensing Nurses	211	3%
Mother/Baby Postpartum Registered Nurses	259	4%
Postpartum Registered Nurses	142	2%
Captains	143	2%
Postpartum Doulas	34	1%
Postpartum/Mother Baby Registered Nurses	28	0%
Locums Tenens	17	0%
Maternal Fetal Medicine Physicians	19	0%
Mother Baby/Postpartum Registered Nurses	17	0%
OB/GYNs	18	0%
Airline Captains	12	0%
Licensed Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses	18	0%
Nursery Nurses	9	0%
Directors of Health and Human Services	10	0%
Catering Captains	4	0%
Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialists	9	0%
Midwives	17	0%
Nurses	6	0%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Midwifery	1,292	52%
Nursing	1,010	41%
Postpartum Care	988	40%
Obstetrics And Gynaecology	984	40%
Gynecology	918	37%
Intrapartum	520	21%
Family Planning	367	15%
Childbirth	356	14%
Medical Records	330	13%
Medical Ultrasonography	282	11%
Patient Education And Counseling	215	9%
Cesarean Section	211	9%
Triage	188	8%
Primary Care	158	6%
Cardiotocography	149	6%
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)	143	6%
Maternal-Fetal Medicine	143	6%
Laboratory Testing	136	6%
Clinical Experience	133	5%
Prenatal Care	120	5%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Offices of Physicians		48%
	General Medical and Surgical Hospitals		20%
	Outpatient Care Centers		14%
	Offices of Other Health Practitioners		8%
	Education and Hospitals (Local Government)		3%
	Education and Hospitals (State Government)		2%
	Other		4%

Registered Nurses

$81,224

4,550,317

12%

Registered Nurses

Median Salary: $81,224
Job Postings: 4,550,317
Projected Growth: 12%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Registered Nurses 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. Includes Clinical Nurse Specialists.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Registered Nurses	1,003,658	22%
Medical Surgical Registered Nurses	350,546	8%
ICU Registered Nurses	402,227	9%
Operating Room Registered Nurses	350,247	8%
Home Health Registered Nurses	167,280	4%
Emergency Room Registered Nurses	154,452	3%
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurses	250,127	6%
Oncology Registered Nurses	142,984	3%
Medical Surgical Travel Registered Nurses	132,985	3%
NICU Registered Nurses	177,343	4%
Telemetry Registered Nurses	141,556	3%
PACU Registered Nurses	135,749	3%
Emergency Department Registered Nurses	143,027	3%
Hospice Registered Nurses	100,434	2%
Registered Nurse Case Managers	93,430	2%
Travel Registered Nurses	312,677	7%
Emergency Room Travel Registered Nurses	76,537	2%
Telemetry Travel Registered Nurses	224,592	5%
Operating Room Travel Registered Nurses	75,268	2%
Pediatric Registered Nurses	115,198	3%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Nursing	1,664,453	59%
Nursing Care	659,728	23%
Nursing Process	407,571	14%
Intensive Care Unit	298,422	10%
Medication Administration	288,958	10%
Nursing Practices	259,177	9%
Home Health Care	256,462	9%
Acute Care	250,031	9%
Care Coordination	245,984	9%
Pediatrics	235,709	8%
Emergency Departments	216,059	8%
Medical Records	206,133	7%
Medical Surgical Nursing	201,352	7%
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)	194,451	7%
Discharge Planning	192,137	7%
Case Management	183,878	6%
Direct Patient Care	181,053	6%
Medical Telemetry	168,293	6%
Clinical Nursing	165,794	6%
Critical Care	164,860	6%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	General Medical and Surgical Hospitals		48%
	Education and Hospitals (Local Government)		8%
	Offices of Physicians		7%
	Home Health Care Services		6%
	Outpatient Care Centers		5%
	Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)		4%
	Other		24%

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

$54,621

1,205,255

11%

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Median Salary: $54,621
Job Postings: 1,205,255
Projected Growth: 11%

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Industry

Description

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 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.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Licensed Practical Nurses	618,914	51%
Licensed Vocational Nurses	166,201	14%
Registered Nurses/Licensed Practical Nurses	73,898	6%
Licensed Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses	68,383	6%
Home Health Licensed Practical Nurses	39,341	3%
Registered Nurses/Licensed Practical Nurses/Certified Nursing Assistants	38,319	3%
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurses	23,530	2%
Medical Assistants/Licensed Practical Nurses	19,253	2%
Licensed Practical Nurses/Charge Nurses	16,907	1%
Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurses	21,164	2%
Licensed Practical Nurses/Paramedics/Registered Nurses	22,281	2%
Licensed Vocational Nurses/Charge Nurses	17,943	2%
Home Care Licensed Practical Nurses	11,460	1%
Long Term Care Registered Nurses	9,941	1%
Medical Licensed Practical Nurses	9,416	1%
Skilled Nursing Facility Licensed Practical Nurses	15,465	1%
School Licensed Practical Nurses	5,164	0%
Clinic Licensed Practical Nurses	6,765	1%
Pediatric Home Health Nurses	12,267	1%
Medical Surgical Registered Nurses	8,643	1%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)		26%
	Home Health Care Services		13%
	Offices of Physicians		12%
	General Medical and Surgical Hospitals		9%
	Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly		7%
	Outpatient Care Centers		5%
	Other		28%

Source: Employment Outlook data is provided by Lightcast. Franklin University cannot guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement.

MSN-FNP Knowledge & Skillsets

Gain in-demand skills sought by employers with curriculum that teaches you:

Patient Assessment and Management

Formulate and initiate comprehensive patient treatment
Evaluate outcomes of care delivered to patients and initiate changes in the approach accordingly
Manage the care and treatment of patients as indicated in the professional scope of practice and within current standards and protocols
Develop a comprehensive plan of care with the patient/family
Maintain accurate, complete and concise documentation of patient medical records and maintain confidentiality in regard to patient information

Diagnostic and Prescriptive

Initiate orders for routine diagnostic procedures, follow-up studies and therapeutic measures
Interpret and synthesize data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan and procedures
Interpret and evaluate findings of studies/tests and schedule diagnostic and operative procedures
Initiate consultation and referrals based on procedure and disease requisites
Discriminate between normal and abnormal findings to recognize early stages of serious physical, emotional or mental problems
Prescribe and administer medication (may vary by state)

Patient Care and Advocacy

Practice advanced-practice nursing using sound judgment and adhere to ethical considerations
Provide direct health care in the presence of illness or disability in order to maintain life, provide comfort, reduce distress and enhance coping ability
Perform therapeutic procedures, such as immunizations, injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection
Provide after-care/ongoing care information and resources to patients and their families
Delegate and make sound clinical judgments with patient safety as a top priority
Counsel and educate patients about preventive measures to avoid illness

The Clinical Experience

MSN-FNP Frequently Asked Questions

What does MSN-FNP stand for?

MSN-FNP stands for M.S. in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner track (MSN-FNP). The MSN is a professional degree that prepares registered nurses for greater levels of patient care and FNP is a specialized track within the degree.

What can you do with an MSN-FNP?

Although the scope of practice varies by state, in general, the MSN-FNP enables you to elevate your patient care to include examination, diagnosis and prescription authority, or work toward a doctorate.

Why get an online MSN-FNP?

An online MSN-FNP provides more flexibility than an on-site equivalent. While your coursework can be completed online, you must complete an on-site clinical 1-2 days per week depending on the course requirements during your last year. The degree positions you for advancement.

What makes Franklin’s MSN-FNP degree unique?

Coursework for Franklin’s accelerated program can be completed online and course curriculum is brought to life using Shadowhealth and iHuman, state-of-the-art simulation software. Through the software, students will be exposed to assessment, diagnosis, planning and management prior to the on-site clinical experiences.

How long is an online MSN-FNP program?

Franklin's MSN-FNP is designed specifically in-career professionals -- that means you could finish your MSN degree in as few as 27 months.

When can I start an MSN-FNP degree?

The MSN-FNP has multiple start dates per year.

How much will my MSN-FNP degree cost?

At Franklin, you’ll get a quality education at a competitive cost so you can afford to invest in your future right now. Our helpful staff can talk with you about flexible financing options as well as financial aid programs. See current tuition and rates here.

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