An Exploration of DNP-Prepared Nurses’ Attainment of Leadership Competencies
- Research team: Principal investigator Linda Cole, DNP, RN, APRN, CCNS, CNE, CPHQ, FCNS. Co-investigators Lisa Thomas, DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC, CRRN, NEA-BC, CNE, from Cizik School of Nursing; Jeannie Corey, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, from James Madison University School of Nursing in Virginia; Karen Fowler PhD, RN, CENP, CNE, from The University of Texas at El Paso College of Nursing; and Teresa Welch, Ed.D., RN, NEA-BC, from The University of Alabama Capstone College of Nursing.
- Funding sponsor: Dean’s Research Award
- Overview: The study explores how Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) graduates develop leadership skills during their education and apply them in practice.
- Budget: $4,400
- Project period: 1 Year
