DNP Programs in Nebraska

Creighton University's dual Pediatric Primary and Acute Care DNP program offers a hybrid learning experience. This 70-credit program trains advanced nurse practitioners to provide comprehensive pediatric care in various settings. Students gain proficiency in child health assessments, urgent care, critical interventions, and evidence-based practice. Graduates are prepared to tackle complex pediatric healthcare challenges through specialized training and a focus on healthcare policy.

• 70-credit hybrid DNP program
• Dual track pediatric specialization
• Advanced pediatric healthcare focus
• Comprehensive clinical practicums
• Evidence-based practice emphasis
• Healthcare policy integration
• Well child and acute care training
• Advanced pathophysiology courses
• Scholarly project requirement
• Interprofessional collaborative approach

Creighton University's online DNP program offers flexibility and advanced leadership training. Specializations include Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health, and Nursing Administration. This program emphasizes ethical reasoning, cultural humility, and collaboration. Applicants need a BSN or MSN, a 3.0 GPA, nursing experience, and an active RN license.

• Online flexible program format
• Multiple specialization tracks
• Jesuit values-based education
• Personalized faculty support
• Campus intensives required
• 3.0 minimum GPA requirement
• Professional nursing experience needed
• CCNE accredited program
• Leadership and clinical focus
• Interprofessional learning approach

Creighton's hybrid DNP in Nursing Administration & Leadership prepares nurses for executive roles. This program equips experienced nurses with leadership skills, strategic management techniques, and evidence-based practice methodologies. The curriculum covers healthcare policy, organizational leadership, and innovative care delivery. Graduates are prepared to drive systemic improvements and lead transformative change.

• 38-40 total credit program
• Hybrid program format
• Executive leadership focus
• Scholarly project required
• Healthcare policy coursework
• Advanced nursing administration training
• Practicum and residency components
• Interdisciplinary course options

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner DNP at Creighton is a 73-credit hybrid program. It prepares nurses to deliver evidence-based psychiatric care across the lifespan. Students develop expertise in advanced health assessment, pharmacology, and population health. The program emphasizes scholarly research, healthcare policy, and transformative practice within diverse healthcare settings.

• 73-credit DNP program
• Hybrid learning format
• Comprehensive psychiatric specialty
• Advanced clinical practicums
• Evidence-based curriculum
• Policy and leadership focus
• Lifespan mental health training

Creighton's online Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner DNP program prepares nurses to manage complex care. This program combines clinical expertise with Jesuit leadership principles. Students develop skills in ethical decision-making, healthcare system improvement, and collaboration. The flexible online format requires occasional campus visits to Omaha.

• Fully online DNP program
• Jesuit values-based curriculum
• Manages acute care patients
• Nationally recognized program
• Flexible part-time options
• Minimum 2,000 hours nursing experience
• Occasional campus visits required
• CCNE accredited program

Creighton's hybrid Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner DNP offers advanced healthcare training. This online program integrates Jesuit principles of ethical reasoning and leadership. Students learn to manage acute care, develop leadership skills, and improve healthcare quality. Applicants need a BSN, 3.0 GPA, RN license, and 2,000 hours of nursing experience.

• Online flexible DNP program
• Jesuit values-based education
• Acute care nurse practitioner focus
• Minimum 2,000 hrs experience required
• Part-time and full-time options
• Nationwide certification eligibility
• Campus visits required

The Psychiatric Mental Health Across the Lifespan DNP at Creighton offers advanced clinical expertise in a flexible online format. This program prepares professionals to manage complex mental healthcare across diverse populations, integrating Jesuit principles. Students develop skills in ethical reasoning, cultural humility, and leadership. Part-time and full-time options are available.

• Online flexible program format
• Specialized Psychiatric Mental Health track
• Jesuit values-centered education
• Minimum 2,000 hours psychiatric nursing experience required
• CCNE accredited program
• National certification eligibility
• Part-time and full-time options
• Advanced leadership training

Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health offers a BSN to DNP - Family Nurse Practitioner program designed for nurses aiming to elevate their practice to the highest level. This online program emphasizes a holistic approach to patient care across all ages, blending rigorous academic coursework with 1,080 hours of clinical practice. With no GRE requirement, a CCNE accreditation, and a flexible schedule including full-time and part-time options, students can tailor their education to fit their professional lives. The program's focus on family nurse practitioner certification prepares graduates for a thriving career in a high-demand field.

• Online DNP program
• 75 total credit hours
• 1,080 clinical hours
• No GRE required
• CCNE accredited program
• Full-time completion in 36 months
• Part-time option available
• Cost per credit: $850
• BSN GPA requirement: 3.0
• Prepares for Family Nurse Practitioner certification

The BSN to DNP - Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program at Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health is tailored for nurses seeking specialization in adult and geriatric care. This hybrid program combines online coursework with hands-on clinical experience, offering a comprehensive curriculum that prepares graduates to address complex health issues in adult populations. With no GRE requirement and CCNE accreditation, the program provides a flexible pathway to advanced practice nursing, emphasizing Full Practice Authority eligibility and a patient-centered approach to healthcare.

• 75 total credit hours
• 57 online, 18 clinical credits
• 1,080 clinical practice hours
• No GRE required
• Hybrid program format
• Full Practice Authority eligible
• Cost per credit: $850
• 3-5 year completion time
• CCNE Accredited program
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required

Clarkson College's hybrid Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, specializing in Family Nurse Practitioner, prepares nurses for advanced primary care. Students gain expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing health conditions across patient lifespans. This program emphasizes patient-centered care, advanced clinical skills, and evidence-based practice. Graduates are equipped to improve healthcare outcomes in various clinical settings.

• Hybrid program format
• Family Nurse Practitioner concentration
• Advanced clinical preparation
• Evidence-based practice focus
• Leadership development

Clarkson College's hybrid DNP program, with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration, enhances clinical expertise and leadership skills for advanced nursing professionals. The curriculum covers comprehensive, patient-centered primary care across diverse populations. Flexible online learning is combined with required on-campus clinical intensives, enabling nurses to advance their careers while working.

• Online and hybrid program format
• Family Nurse Practitioner concentration
• 39 total semester hours
• Advanced clinical practice training
• On-campus clinical weekend required
• Comprehensive healthcare leadership curriculum
• Evidence-based practice focus
• Multiple certification pathways

Clarkson College's hybrid Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program enhances clinical leadership and evidence-based practice. Geared towards BSN and MSN-prepared nurses, this program offers specializations in Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. The curriculum covers healthcare policy, interprofessional collaboration, and quality improvement, preparing graduates for leadership roles.

• Hybrid DNP program format
• Two specialty track options
• Maximum 7-year completion
• Minimum 67 credit hours
• 3.0 CGPA requirement
• Scholarly project component
• Interprofessional education modules
• Advanced clinical leadership focus

The online Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner DNP at Clarkson College provides advanced practice nurses with cutting-edge clinical skills and leadership training. Focusing on acute care settings, students gain expertise in complex patient care, leveraging innovative technologies and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance health outcomes for adult and geriatric populations.

• Fully online DNP program
• 39 total semester hours
• Advanced clinical practice focus
• Acute care specialization
• On-campus clinical weekend required
• Prepares for certification exam
• Specialized acute care courses
• Leadership and policy training
• Evidence-based practice emphasis
• Scholarly project component

Clarkson College's hybrid Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner DNP program prepares advanced practice nurses for comprehensive patient care. The program focuses on advanced clinical skills, evidence-based practice, and leadership development. Graduates gain proficiency in health assessments, diagnoses, and holistic treatment strategies for adult and geriatric patients.

• Hybrid program delivery format
• Advanced clinical practice focus
• Patient-centered care approach
• Comprehensive adult-gerontology specialization
• Evidence-based practice integration

The Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Anesthesia at Clarkson College transforms nurses into advanced healthcare professionals. This full-time, front-loaded program offers cutting-edge anesthesia training. Small class sizes, simulation labs, and diverse clinical experiences prepare graduates for CRNA certification. The program costs $1,100 per credit hour.

• Full-time, 9-semester program
• Only Nurse Anesthesia program in Omaha
• Limited to 22 students per class
• State-of-the-art simulation labs
• Cost: $1,100 per credit hour
• Urban and rural clinical rotations
• Core faculty are experienced CRNAs
• Prepares for National Certification Exam