Ranked
#1
in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
MSN Nursing Leadership Program: Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) for RNs
The MSN Nursing Leadership: Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) program prepares RNs with a bachelor’s degree in nursing to assume leadership and accountability for the health outcomes of clients across a variety of clinical settings. Promoting health, reducing risk, and improving point-of-care outcomes are critical elements in your role as a clinical nurse leader. You will be prepared to:
- Bring a high level of clinical competence and knowledge to individuals and clinical populations across the continuum of care
- Coordinate care across multiple settings
- Put evidence-based practice into action to ensure that patients benefit from the latest innovations in care delivery
- Serve as a resource for the clinical team through implementation of quality improvement measures
- Assume formal leadership roles in acute and outpatient setting
Quick Facts
Program Type:
Part-Time
Location:
Online
Career Options
Employers that hire clinical nurse leader graduates report they are superior patient advocates, excellent problem solvers and committed to high quality care at the bedside.
Master’s-prepared clinical nurse leaders are actively sought by acute care and community settings. Our experience, and that of other similar programs, reveals a high demand for graduates.
Tuition Pricing
As a top ranked college of nursing, Rush programs are competitively priced on a local and national level.