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Become a Leader in Patient Safety & Quality

Focus your approach and specialize your education with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Patient Safety and Quality online program from Southern New Hampshire University. Based on the competencies defined by the Institute of Medicine's (IOM) report, "The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health," the 13-course, 39-credit MSN Patient Safety and Quality program prepares nurses for their emerging roles and the rising demands within healthcare. The competencies defined in the IOM report include critical thinking/critical decision-making, communication, ethics, professional development, nursing technology and resource management, and much more.

See Yourself Succeed in Patient Safety & Quality

The patient safety and quality program focuses on healthcare quality improvement, risk assessment, communication, legal issues and strategies that contribute to building a culture of safety and assuring accountability and reliability in care processes, among others.

As a private, nonprofit university, SNHU has one mission – to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your MSN online at SNHU include:

• Accredited. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and the master’s degree program in nursing at Southern New Hampshire University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202.887.6791.
• Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation
• Convenience. Attend class when it’s convenient for you – online education means 24/7 access
• Efficiency and flexibility. With five terms per year, you can complete your MSN degree in 20 months
• Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience
• Minimal requirements. No GMAT or GRE required for admission
• Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for tips and career opportunities
• Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study

Career Outlook

The Institute of Medicine identifies a growing demand for qualified nurses who are prepared to meet the complex and changing needs of the 21st-century healthcare workforce. The National Advisory Council on Nurse Education and Practice has recommended that at least two-thirds of the workforce hold baccalaureate or higher degrees in nursing. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of nurses with advanced skills and other medical and health services managers is projected to grow 20% through 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations.

Upon completion of the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Patient Safety and Quality degree online program, you'll be able to:

• Propose informatics systems initiatives and technologies that facilitate effective decision-making in delivering and enhancing patient care
• Employ research practices, methodologies and a spirit of scholarly inquiry to motivate change and drive real-world improvement in healthcare
• Create client-centered, culturally appropriate health prevention and promotion initiatives that improve the health, safety and quality of life for people and their communities
• Generate data-driven solutions for operational challenges that navigate the intersection of quality and cost in ensuring excellence in healthcare across diverse settings
• Advocate for ethically responsible policies and effective systems that empower practitioners and meet the needs of healthcare consumers
• Model leadership and professional practices in healthcare by building effective working relationships and facilitating ethical and strategic decision-making across organizations