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By EveryNurse Staff on February 01, 2021
Earning a doctorate degree (DNP) is the top and best option for individuals who want to be a leader in the nursing industry. Graduates of these programs enjoy immensely rewarding benefits that include the highest salaries, various career choices, the ability to develop and change aspects of the nursing discipline, and the utmost respect of their colleagues and communities. Individuals holding a Doctor of Nursing Practice typically fill positions that are responsible for revising curricula and health care policies and are many times at the center of groundbreaking improvements to the quality of health care received by the public. Many of them are academic faculty or specialized nurses practicing in their field. Their leadership skills are sought after for a variety of positions and their expertise can help shape nursing policy and education for years to come.
When sending in applications, be sure to adhere strictly to the requirements of the school. Each institution has a different application process and admissions policy in place. With only a limited number of students admitted into these programs each year, expect extremely high competition. If you do not have your graduate degree, then there are bridge programs available. However, completion of the MSN is non-negotiable and you will still need to achieve this with continued high grades. Several prerequisites are compulsory for you to be considered as a prospective student. This is what you will need when applying to a DNP program from Hawaii:
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