Prepare for a Doctoral Degree in Nursing: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you ready to take your nursing career to the next level? Preparing for Doctoral Study in Nursing: Making the Most of the Year Before You Begin is the ultimate resource to help you make an informed decision about entering doctoral studies and choosing the nursing credential that aligns with your career goals.

Written by renowned educators and doctoral mentors Laura A. Taylor and Mary F. Terhaar, along with a team of nursing leaders and scholars, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the big picture for nurses educated at the highest level of scholarship. You’ll gain insights into the rising demand for advanced practice nurses and the future of nursing.

A Comprehensive Guide to Preparing for a Doctorate in Nursing

This one-of-a-kind text is grounded in over a decade of experience in preparing nurses for doctoral study, providing you with practical information and guidance to navigate the challenges on your journey. The book’s 15 chapters cover:

• Historical overview of doctoral education in nursing, creating a clear picture of present and future demand
• Clear explanation of the different degrees and the careers they support, helping you build confidence in your decision about which to pursue
• Sixteen personal narratives describing a broad range of career paths open to nurses who earn doctoral degrees, and introducing the nurse leaders who have walked them

In addition to the comprehensive guide, online Evolve Resources include:

• Podcasts that bring the experiences of contributing authors to life
• Practical forms, worksheets, planners, and representations of models referenced in the text
• Links to additional online resources serving as a springboard for additional learning

The diversity of the contributors, backgrounds, interests, and accomplishments will give you a sense that you belong and that your authentic self will add value to our discipline and to global health. The scholarly and warm style of this book makes it a must-read for nurses who aspire to careers of importance and leadership.

Book Details:

• Publisher: Elsevier
• 1st edition (August 15, 2023)
• Language: English
• Pages: 432
• ISBN-10: 0323875890
• ISBN-13: 978-0323875899

Get ready to take the first step towards advancing your nursing career and making a meaningful impact in the field!