Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Achieve professional advancement through innovation in rural health, telehealth, and inter-professional education. Dedicated faculty, who are both teachers and practitioners, guide you through quality online/in-person programs tailored to your needs.
PROGRAM TRACKS
Nurse Executive
The online DNP Nurse Executive program prepares nurses to assume administrative and top level leadership positions in healthcare systems.
Advanced Practice
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Advanced Practice
program develops the roles and skills of nurses in
positions like nurse practitioners and clinical nurse
specialists.
Nurse Anesthetist (on campus only)
With excellent National Certification pass rates, ODU's DNP program with a specialization in nurse anesthesia features small cohort sizes, applied study at multiple clinical sites, and simulations.
Best Nursing Schools in Virginia:
Online & Campus
edumed.org, 2024
Best Nurse Practitioner
Programs in Virginia
nursingprocess.org, 2023
Best CNS Program
registerednursing.org, 2024
Faculty Profile
Dr. Doucette was formerly Senior VP and Chief Nursing Officer at Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, and his 30-year career is a testament to pioneering patient care methodologies. Through strategic innovation and advanced education, he epitomizes the pinnacle of
nursing excellence.
Jeff Doucette (DNP, RN, FACHE, NEA-BC, FAAN) SVP & Chief Nursing Officer, Press Ganey 
The ODU Executive DNP prepared me well for a high-profile role where I have the opportunity to influence evidence-based practice and nursing workforce engagement at the national level. The amazing faculty, active in their practice, add exceptional, real-world experience, bringing the curriculum to life in a practical way.
Kelli Garber (DNP, APRN, PPCNP-BC, FAANP) Director, DNP Advanced Practice Program 
