Master of Science in Nursing (ELMSN)

Excel in the nursing profession.University of the Pacific’s Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELMSN) degree prepares you for a rewarding career in nursing. The accelerated program develops future nursing leaders who can contribute to various aspects of the nursing profession, from education and practice to health policy and community health.Potential for leadership rolesHelping to ease the nursing shortageMore career choices, such as teachingProvides a path to a doctorateMission StatementTo educate nursing professionals as socially conscious leaders to improve health and promote equity.The mission will be achieved through innovative education, community engagement, and inter-professional and evidence-based practice.Goals1. Prepare professional nurses to deliver safe, equitable, patient-centered care with cultural humility to improve healthcare outcomes of diverse clients, families, and communities.2. Lead and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to advance healthcare.3. Prepare nurse leaders to utilize evidence-based practice, innovation, health policy, and population health science to improve the health of communities.4. To prepare professional nurses to actively engage in mindfulness and self-reflection to promote personal health and well-being.VisionThe Pacific nursing program, as a community partner, collaborates to advance nursing education, practice, health policy, equity, and inclusion.ValuesAcademic excellenceCompassionCommunity collaborationIntegrityDiversity, equity, and inclusionLifelong learningLeadershipYou will work with faculty experts to acquire the skills and knowledge in the Board of Registered Nursing content areas for licensure as a registered nurse (RN) and in graduate core courses. You will also engage with other health science facultystudents in inter-professional education activities.OutcomesOur graduates are well-positioned to become leaders and competent nurse clinicians who promote improved patient care outcomes through organizational and systematic change and participate in inter-professional practice with an evidence-based approach.