DNP

Monday, May 5, 2025
Nurses Week: Q&A with DNP and Psychiatric NP Alumna Faith Carini-Graves
After starting her healthcare career as a home health aide, Carini-Graves' passion for care and connecting with patients led her to become a DNP-prepared nurse.
Nurses Week: Q&A with DNP and Psychiatric NP Alumna Faith Carini-Graves
After starting her healthcare career as a home health aide, Carini-Graves' passion for care and connecting with patients led her to become a DNP-prepared nurse.

Friday, Apr 11, 2025
UR Nursing Researchers Represent Rochester at ENRS Scientific Sessions
Rochester nurse scientists disseminated research on maternal and child health, palliative care, nursing workforce issues, and more in Philadelphia this spring.
UR Nursing Researchers Represent Rochester at ENRS Scientific Sessions
Rochester nurse scientists disseminated research on maternal and child health, palliative care, nursing workforce issues, and more in Philadelphia this spring.

Monday, Apr 7, 2025
UR Nursing Ranks in U.S News Top 15 Master’s Programs, Top 30 DNP
The University of Rochester is among the top schools in the nation for master's and doctoral nursing programs, U.S. News & World Report shared.
UR Nursing Ranks in U.S News Top 15 Master’s Programs, Top 30 DNP
The University of Rochester is among the top schools in the nation for master's and doctoral nursing programs, U.S. News & World Report shared.

Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024
AHA Honors UR Nursing Faculty for Research, Clinical Excellence in Cardiovascular and Stroke Care
Two University of Rochester nursing leaders were recognized for their innovative approaches to cardiovascular and stroke care and research.
AHA Honors UR Nursing Faculty for Research, Clinical Excellence in Cardiovascular and Stroke Care
Two University of Rochester nursing leaders were recognized for their innovative approaches to cardiovascular and stroke care and research.

Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024
Alumna Desiree’ Branson Recognized by Allergy Advocates New York
The three-time UR Nursing graduate and anesthesia nurse practitioner has been volunteering with Allergy Advocates New York since her days as a doctoral student.
Alumna Desiree’ Branson Recognized by Allergy Advocates New York
The three-time UR Nursing graduate and anesthesia nurse practitioner has been volunteering with Allergy Advocates New York since her days as a doctoral student.

Monday, Aug 26, 2024
Announcing UR Nursing's 9th Annual DNP Summit: Innovation & Inspiration
The 2024 DNP Summit will explore DNP education, practice, and potential contributions through an innovation lens.
Announcing UR Nursing's 9th Annual DNP Summit: Innovation & Inspiration
The 2024 DNP Summit will explore DNP education, practice, and potential contributions through an innovation lens.

Thursday, Aug 15, 2024
Lydia Rotondo Named Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing
Rotondo was recognized for her work as a leader and advocate in nursing education, academic innovation, and DNP scholarship and curriculum development.
Lydia Rotondo Named Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing
Rotondo was recognized for her work as a leader and advocate in nursing education, academic innovation, and DNP scholarship and curriculum development.

Wednesday, Jul 31, 2024
UR School of Nursing First in NY to Offer New Entry Point for DNP Program
The University of Rochester School of Nursing is the first school in New York State to offer a new entry point for its Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, reinforcing its leadership in DNP education.
UR School of Nursing First in NY to Offer New Entry Point for DNP Program
The University of Rochester School of Nursing is the first school in New York State to offer a new entry point for its Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, reinforcing its leadership in DNP education.

Tuesday, Jul 9, 2024
Alumni Profile: Heather Wensley Advocates for Adolescent Health Through Pediatric NP Role
The recent DNP graduate is passionate about adolescent health, both in clinical settings and in the community.
Alumni Profile: Heather Wensley Advocates for Adolescent Health Through Pediatric NP Role
The recent DNP graduate is passionate about adolescent health, both in clinical settings and in the community.

Tuesday, Jun 25, 2024
Student Spotlight: Through Pediatric Nursing, Cassie Weis Seeks to Set an Example for Her Own Children
Being a mother inspired Weis to pursue a career in pediatric nursing. Now, she's a regional expert who's improving care for neurodivergent kids and their families.
Student Spotlight: Through Pediatric Nursing, Cassie Weis Seeks to Set an Example for Her Own Children
Being a mother inspired Weis to pursue a career in pediatric nursing. Now, she's a regional expert who's improving care for neurodivergent kids and their families.

Monday, Apr 15, 2024
UR Nursing Researchers Present, Earn Prizes at ENRS
Faculty, staff, and doctoral students from the UR Nursing presented their latest research and earned regional recognition at the annual Eastern Nursing Research Society Scientific Sessions.
UR Nursing Researchers Present, Earn Prizes at ENRS
Faculty, staff, and doctoral students from the UR Nursing presented their latest research and earned regional recognition at the annual Eastern Nursing Research Society Scientific Sessions.

Friday, Apr 12, 2024
Bettering Black Maternal Health Outcomes: UR Nursing Alumna Dr. Kamila Barnes Discusses Nurses’ Role
It’s important for nurses to understand that they have the power to make changes that improve outcomes, said Barnes, a longtime maternal health and reproductive justice advocate.
Bettering Black Maternal Health Outcomes: UR Nursing Alumna Dr. Kamila Barnes Discusses Nurses’ Role
It’s important for nurses to understand that they have the power to make changes that improve outcomes, said Barnes, a longtime maternal health and reproductive justice advocate.

Thursday, Nov 16, 2023
Celebrating NP Week 2023: Ann Quinn
Ann Quinn has empowered future NPS as a preceptor, but her educational journey isn't done either. Working in palliative care inspired her to pursue a psychiatric mental health NP degree.
Celebrating NP Week 2023: Ann Quinn
Ann Quinn has empowered future NPS as a preceptor, but her educational journey isn't done either. Working in palliative care inspired her to pursue a psychiatric mental health NP degree.

Wednesday, Nov 15, 2023
Celebrating NP Week 2023: Julie Gottfried
Carrying the torch of UR Nursing's leadership in the nurse practitioner movement, Gottfried played a pivotal role in establishing New York's first Pediatric Acute Care NP certificate.
Celebrating NP Week 2023: Julie Gottfried
Carrying the torch of UR Nursing's leadership in the nurse practitioner movement, Gottfried played a pivotal role in establishing New York's first Pediatric Acute Care NP certificate.

Tuesday, Oct 10, 2023
Ann Leonhardt-Caprio Recognized for American Heart Association Leadership
The UR Nursing alumna and assistant professor earned the AHA Leadership Legacy Award in recognition of her years of local and national volunteer work.
Ann Leonhardt-Caprio Recognized for American Heart Association Leadership
The UR Nursing alumna and assistant professor earned the AHA Leadership Legacy Award in recognition of her years of local and national volunteer work.

Wednesday, Sep 6, 2023
Convocation Welcomes New Students, Celebrates Award Winners
The annual ceremony celebrated new and returning students, and marked major milestones for the School of Nursing.
Convocation Welcomes New Students, Celebrates Award Winners
The annual ceremony celebrated new and returning students, and marked major milestones for the School of Nursing.
Wednesday, Aug 16, 2023
School of Nursing to Host 8th Annual DNP Summit
As DNP-prepared nurses are increasingly integrated into health care systems, the annual DNP Summit plays a critical role in fostering meaningful conversations about DNP education, practice and leadership.
School of Nursing to Host 8th Annual DNP Summit
As DNP-prepared nurses are increasingly integrated into health care systems, the annual DNP Summit plays a critical role in fostering meaningful conversations about DNP education, practice and leadership.

Friday, Feb 17, 2023
Alumna Desiree' Branson to Lead Nurse Practitioner Association
A University of Rochester alumna will lead New York's only statewide association of nurse practitioners. She hopes to encourage other NPs to pursue leadership roles.
Alumna Desiree' Branson to Lead Nurse Practitioner Association
A University of Rochester alumna will lead New York's only statewide association of nurse practitioners. She hopes to encourage other NPs to pursue leadership roles.

Tuesday, Nov 1, 2022
UR Nursing Professor, Alum Earns American Heart Association Award
Ann Leonhardt-Caprio has been named the recipient of the American Heart Association (AHA) Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing’s 2022 Stroke Article of the Year Award.
UR Nursing Professor, Alum Earns American Heart Association Award
Ann Leonhardt-Caprio has been named the recipient of the American Heart Association (AHA) Council on Cardiovascular and Stroke Nursing’s 2022 Stroke Article of the Year Award.

Friday, Sep 2, 2022
School of Nursing to Host 7th DNP Summit
The University of Rochester School of Nursing’s DNP Summit features nursing leaders from across the nation, and facilitates a dialogue about emerging topics in Doctor of Nursing Practice education, practice and leadership.
School of Nursing to Host 7th DNP Summit
The University of Rochester School of Nursing’s DNP Summit features nursing leaders from across the nation, and facilitates a dialogue about emerging topics in Doctor of Nursing Practice education, practice and leadership.

Monday, Oct 15, 2018
National Nursing Leaders to Speak at UR School of Nursing's 3rd Annual DNP Summit
Now in its third year, the DNP Summit is a day-long conference welcoming clinicians, scholars, executives and, policymakers from across the country to showcase the contributions of DNP-prepared nurses and explore an evolving vision for DNPs to positively affect clinical practice, health policy, and care delivery across the health care continuum.
National Nursing Leaders to Speak at UR School of Nursing's 3rd Annual DNP Summit
Now in its third year, the DNP Summit is a day-long conference welcoming clinicians, scholars, executives and, policymakers from across the country to showcase the contributions of DNP-prepared nurses and explore an evolving vision for DNPs to positively affect clinical practice, health policy, and care delivery across the health care continuum.