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The DNP program includes a Capstone project which provides an opportunity for the student to apply
advanced theoretical, policy and specialty knowledge and skills in clinical practice and systems level experiences.
During the capstone, the students must demonstrate the ability to employ effective communication and collaboration
skills to influence health care quality and safety, and negotiate successful change in care delivery processes for
individuals, groups, or populations across a broad spectrum of healthcare delivery systems. Upon completion of the
capstone, the student will demonstrate:
1. advanced clinical judgment, expertise and specialization in a defined content area.
2. advanced levels of systems thinking and accountability in designing, delivering, and evaluating
evidence-based care to improve health care quality, safety, and outcomes.
3. leadership in the development and implementation of patient-driven, institutional, local, state, federal, and/or
international health policy in a select content/specialty area.
Each applicant has the responsibility to propose a mentored capstone project that meets their individual needs and
career goals during the application process. It is expected that students will focus on clinical problems and/or organizational
systems to promote effective, efficient and accessible care for individuals, groups, or populations.
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