6 Na'onal DNP Conference September 25-‐27, 2013 th
Dianne Conrad, DNP, RN, FNP-‐BC David O’Dell, DNP, ARNP, FNP-‐BC
6th Na'onal DNP Conference 2013
Charting the Course for the DNP by the DNP
• Iden'fy the components of evalua'on of the DNP degree in the context of structure, process and outcomes. • Describe the trajectory and poten'al path of the prac'ce doctorate and DNP educa'on as a result of feedback and involvement of DNP prepared nurses. • Describe obstacles and pathways of success for determining the future trajectory of the growth of the prac'ce doctorate and development and impact on outcomes.
6th Na'onal DNP Conference 2013
Objectives of this Panel Discussion
6th Na'onal DNP Conference 2013
The DNP is a Degree, Not a Role
• The DNP degree was created and birthed by the AACN as the prepara'on for the prac'ce doctorate • DNP educa'on prepares nursing prac'ce doctorates that include clinical and non-‐ clinical roles • The key founda'onal theme of the degree is the word PRACTICE • Prac'ce implies and connotes the need for measurable outcomes