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Graduate Nursing
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
Advance Your Nursing Career in High-Acuity Care Settings
The Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) program at Misericordia University prepares experienced registered nurses to deliver advanced, evidence-based care to adolescents, adults, and older adults with acute, critical, and complex health conditions.
Why Choose Misericordia’s AGACNP Program?
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Clinical Placement Services
Clinical placements coordinated for you—at no cost and with no added stress.
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Acute Care Focus
Prepare to practice at the top of your license in hospitals, specialty units, and other high-acuity settings.
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Flexible Pathways for Adult Learners
Options available for MSN, BSN-to-DNP, Fast-Track Post-Master's Certificate, and Post-Master’s Certificate students, allowing you to choose the path that fits your career goals and prior education.
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Online Coursework with On-Campus Immersion
Didactic coursework is delivered online, with one on-campus experience that support hands-on learning and collaboration.
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Growing Workforce Demand
AGACNPs are in high demand nationwide due to physician shortages, expanded hospital-based care models, and an aging population.
Take the Next Step
Prepare to lead and deliver advanced care where patients need it most. The AGACNP program at Misericordia University offers the flexibility, rigor, and clinical depth today’s adult learners demand.