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PhD in Nursing vs. DNP: Which Is Right for You?

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

1 An MSN is a graduate degree focused on specific nursing topics to prepare you for advanced practice or nursing leadership. You can choose from various specializations, including Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Executive or Nurse Educator.

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Nurses With DNP Degree Are Sorely Needed in Health Care and Education

Nurse.com

DNP nurses work in clinical practice in inpatient and outpatient settings and specialize in particular areas, such as family practice, adult acute care, pediatrics, nurse-midwifery, and nurse anesthesia, according to Stewart. The data show a national nurse faculty vacancy rate of 7.2%.