Union University

Master of Science in Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing

Available on the Jackson, Germantown (suburb of Memphis) and Hendersonville (suburb of Nashville) Campuses

The Master of Science in Nursing Program prepares students in advanced theory and practice in a specialized area of nursing. Graduate students are prepared to assume functional advanced practice roles in their specialty areas of nursing. The combination of theory, research, and professional development also prepares graduates for doctoral study nursing. Our curriculum assists students in developing a conceptual frame of reference for analyzing nursing problems, utilizing theories related to nursing practice, and integrating principles of spiritual care and bio-ethics in their professional roles. They have the opportunity to practice in a variety of health-care settings. READ MORE

Purpose of Program

To prepare competent professional nurses who provide caring therapeutic interventions to meet the health needs of culturally diverse persons.

Mission Statement of Program

To be excellent driven, Christ-centered, people-focused, and future-directed while preparing qualified individuals for a career in the caring, therapeutic, and teaching profession of nursing.

Program Goals

The goals of the master program are:

  1. To provide masters nursing education that builds on the baccalaureate undergraduate foundation.
  2. To prepare the graduate for advanced professional nursing practice with specific functional and clinical abilities.
  3. To prepare advanced practice nurses academically for doctoral study in nursing.

Expected Student Outcomes

The graduate of the master’s nursing program will be able to:

  1. Incorporate theory and research in advanced practice nursing.
  2. Assume leadership roles in one’s specialty area of nursing to promote health and well being of persons in an intercultural world.
  3. Integrate knowledge of healthcare economics and policy into the delivery of cost effective, ethically responsible nursing care.
  4. Manage information using technology to influence nursing practice.
  5. Demonstrate competency in the selected nursing practice.


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7/30/11 - Rhonda Kaye Litano celebrates with her father after receiving her master of science in nursing at Union's summer graduation ceremony. - Morris Abernathy
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Rhonda Kaye Litano celebrates with her father after receiving her master of science in nursing at Union's summer graduation ceremony. - Morris Abernathy

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12/11/10 - Michelle Edacherit helps Crystal Lofton, both receiving their master of science in nursing, prepare for graduation. - Beth Spain
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Michelle Edacherit helps Crystal Lofton, both receiving their master of science in nursing, prepare for graduation. - Beth Spain
345 receive degrees at Union’s December graduation   

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12/12/09 - Shawanda Motlow, MSN graduate, shows her diploma during fall graduation. - Beth Spain
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Shawanda Motlow, MSN graduate, shows her diploma during fall graduation. - Beth Spain

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12/12/09 - MSN graduates Marisa Taylor assists Shelia Jordan with her gown as Sherri Serca (middle) looks on before Union's fall graduation ceremonies begin. - Beth Spain
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MSN graduates Marisa Taylor assists Shelia Jordan with her gown as Sherri Serca (middle) looks on before Union's fall graduation ceremonies begin. - Beth Spain

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Course Schedules
Graduate Catalogues (.pdf)
Admissions Contact Information
Jackson Campus - Education, Administration & Nurse Practitioner
  • 1050 Union University Drive
  • Jackson, TN 38305
  • Director: Dr. Kelly Harden
  • E-mail: kharden@uu.edu
  • Contact: Jo Anna Tacker
  • E-mail: jtacker@uu.edu
  • Phone: 901-312-1949
Jackson Campus - Nurse Anesthesia
  • 1050 Union University Drive
  • Jackson, TN 38305
  • Director: Molly Wright
  • E-mail: mwright@uu.edu
  • Contact: Elsie Cressman
  • E-mail: ecressma@uu.edu
  • Phone: 731-661-5124
  • Fax: 731-661-5504
Germantown Campus - Education, Administration & Nurse Practitioner
  • 2745 Hacks Cross Road
  • Germantown, TN 38138
  • Director: Dr. Kelly Harden
  • E-mail: kharden@uu.edu
  • Contact: Jo Anna Tacker
  • E-mail: jtacker@uu.edu
  • Phone: 901-312-1949