3 Benefits of Chamberlain’s MSN Nurse Executive Degree Program

Have you considered advancing your nursing career by route of a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Nurse Executive degree? Whether you are interested in management, teaching or the plethora of leadership roles in between, an MSN Nurse Executive degree can help take you where you want to go and help you learn more about different nurse executive jobs. 

We recently had the opportunity to speak with three graduates from our own MSN Executive specialty track to learn what sets the Chamberlain Nurse Executive track apart from the rest and how they have put the nurse executive leadership skills they learned into practice.

1. You Learn the Skills Necessary to be an Effective Leader

The MSN Nurse Executive specialty track promotes skills and knowledge that nurse leaders can implement immediately, as well as use to plan for and achieve change. Coursework emphasizes the application of theory, using real-world scenarios and tools, and teaches key nurse executive leadership skills such as effectively communicating across disciplines, budgeting, staffing and performance measurement.

“I have been able to implement improved leadership approaches when coaching employees, I have a better understanding of forecasting and budget creation and I have been able to apply evidence-based practice in change management,” says MSN alumna Diana Carter, an ambulatory cardiology clinic manager at Texas Children’s Hospital.

Fellow Chamberlain alumna and current pre-licensure instructor Jenna Weldon also commented on the impact this program has made on her nurse executive leadership skills. 

“The Executive Specialty Track highlighted the importance of transformational leadership,” she said. “It helped me understand that my success as a leader, instructor or manager is measured by the success of those who I am leading, instructing or managing.  The principle of this is so important as I guide nursing students and help them flourish personally and professionally.” 

2. You’ll Find This Nursing Executive Leadership Program is Designed With You in Mind

Between working a full-time job, attending school and often trying to find the time to attend their kids' soccer games or swim lessons, we know our students lead busy lives, which is why Chamberlain’s program is designed to fit into working nurses’ lives.

“When I called Chamberlain, I found out that the courses were 8 weeks long and that students were only required to take one course at a time. Given my busy work schedule, I thought that this approach was feasible. I also liked the online approach and appreciated the weekly deadlines,” Harter said.

Weldon agrees. “This program was manageable with a full-time job as well as being a mom to two young children,” she said.

3. You’ll Receive the Support You Need to Succeed

At Chamberlain, we work hard to support your success in school and in achieving your career goals. It is that commitment and personalized attention, the "care," that distinguishes us. We call it Chamberlain Care. From customized support plans to live review sessions, Chamberlain faculty are dedicated to helping students succeed.

“I decided to attend Chamberlain based on the excellent background of the professors and the reputation of the school for providing an outstanding education. Chamberlain provides an excellent education with exceptional professors,” said adjunct professor and MSN alum Colby Hunsberger.

Harter echoes the same sentiments, “The professors are extremely helpful and approachable and were always responsive when I had questions.”

Throughout this program, you’ll gain nurse executive leadership skills in an environment of care that will also help broaden your awareness of MSN nurse executive jobs. You’ll learn how to address both the benefits and challenges for the executive nurse leader as you prepare to tackle some of the most complex problems in healthcare.

If you’re looking for a nurse executive leadership program tailored to working adults or are interested in learning more about nurse executive jobs, we encourage you to learn more about our MSN Executive Specialty Track program.

By Kari Lawrence