The purpose of the master of science in nursing degree at MSU is to prepare advanced practice nurses within a rural setting. The Family Nurse practitioner and Nurse Anesthetist options are full time. The Clinical Nurse Specialist is an advanced practice nurse with a concentration in a selected area of clinical nursing with a focus on adult health.
Emphasis is placed on case management.
The CNS is prepared to function as an expert practitioner, leader, researcher, educator, and consultant. The Family Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice nurse who provides primary health care services to all members of the family. Emphasis is placed on health promotion and preventive care across the lifespan. The FNP is prepared to manage a wide range of acute and chronic health problems in a variety of settings. The Nurse Anesthetist is an advanced practice nurse who provides nursing care specific to anesthetic requirements across the lifespan.