The Nursing - Clinical Nurse Leader curriculum offered by The University of Vermont combines hands-on clinical experience with courses in advanced evidence-based practice, health care management and delivery of care. The program affords flexibility to work part-time while gaining valuable clinical experience. The clinical nurse leader is prepared for a variety of roles in the health care setting, including:

• Post-acute clinical navigator/coordinator
• Outcomes manager
• Patient advocate
• Educator
• Information manager
• Systems analyst/risk anticipator

• Clinical nurse manager

CLINICAL AND RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

Students will complete their practicum hours at hospitals, clinics and other affiliate sites and agencies that provide experience in the variety of roles fulfilled by a clinical nurse leader. Students will also develop and implement a culminating, evidence-based capstone project.