Choosing a career in nursing is choosing a path of impact, and there’s no better place to start than at an institution synonymous with healthcare excellence: The Johns Hopkins Hospital. While this website focuses on the esteemed Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, understanding its close relationship with The Johns Hopkins Hospital is crucial for prospective students. This connection provides unparalleled opportunities and a rich learning environment.
The Johns Hopkins Hospital, consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the United States, serves as a living laboratory for nursing students. The School of Nursing is deeply integrated with the hospital, allowing students to learn from and work alongside world-renowned physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals. This symbiotic relationship is a cornerstone of the Johns Hopkins experience, offering practical, hands-on training in a cutting-edge medical environment.
News & Events at Johns Hopkins
Stay informed about the vibrant community and ongoing learning opportunities at Johns Hopkins.
Upcoming Events:
Mar 03 – Toward Health Equity in Brain Aging: Epidemiologic Approaches for Better Evidence
Mar 03 – Palliative Care Initiative
Mar 05 – Workshop: Understanding MSN Entry into Nursing Financial Aid
Mar 05 – California Licensure
Mar 06 – Research Grand Rounds Series with Janiece Taylor-Preliminary Results of Designed with You: Understanding Experiences of Caregivers with Disabilities
Mar 08 – Johns Hopkins Medicine Ambulatory Nursing Conference
Mar 10 – National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NAPNAP) Annual Conference
Mar 11 – National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NAPNAP) Annual Conference
Mar 11 – DNP Admissions Committee Meeting
Mar 11 – Group Mentoring for Aging Research
Latest News:
Professor Vincent Guilamo-Ramos Named Inaugural Leona B. Carpenter Chair in Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health
Fall/Winter Issue: Answering the Bell, in Local Schools and Across the Community, Plus More in Johns Hopkins Nursing magazine
Inside Outside Nursing
Seven Faculty and Alumni Inducted as Fellows of the American Academy of Nursing
StARS, a New Alzheimer’s Research Center, Will Evaluate, Scale Programs for Nationwide Adoption
Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Receives HEED Award, ‘Best School for Men in Nursing’ Designation for Fostering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Sarah Szanton Talks Neighborhood Nursing with the Tradeoffs Podcast
The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing is No. 1 for DNP, No. 1 (Tied) for Master’s in National Rankings
Johns Hopkins School of Nursing is the No. 3 Nursing School in the World, Says QS World Rankings
We Are Protectors of Health at Johns Hopkins
At Johns Hopkins Nursing, every day presents an opportunity to lead in healthcare. Our nurses are not just caregivers; they are protectors. Through rigorous education, groundbreaking research, and impactful policy-making, they champion the vulnerable and drive meaningful change. The connection to The Johns Hopkins Hospital amplifies this mission, placing our students and faculty at the forefront of patient care and medical innovation. We cultivate the knowledge, empathy, and courage needed to make a real difference in the world of healthcare, starting right here at Johns Hopkins.
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Our Students and Faculty: Leading the Field in Nursing and Healthcare
Johns Hopkins nurses are not just part of a school; they are integral to a legacy of healthcare leadership. The rankings speak for themselves, but the true measure of our success is the impact our graduates have on patient care, research, and healthcare policy around the globe. Being associated with Johns Hopkins means being associated with excellence, and our nursing programs are no exception.
#1 Nationally recognized Doctor of Nursing Practice Program (DNP)
#1 (Tied) Nationally recognized Nursing Master’s Program (MSN)
#3 Globally ranked nursing school by QS World University rankings
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Hopkins Nursing: Shaping the Future of Healthcare
We are Hopkins Nursing, and we are committed to changing the narrative around nursing. We aim to dispel misconceptions, broaden understanding, and eliminate barriers to excellent healthcare. Our vision extends beyond the hospital walls, reaching into communities and impacting global health. By choosing Johns Hopkins, you are choosing to be part of this transformative movement.
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“I came to the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing because I knew that here I would have the chance to gain experiences that no other program could offer. It is one of those once-in-a-lifetime opportunities.”
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Tanya Miller, Master’s Entry Into Nursing student and Policy Honors Scholar
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Mask-Group-19-3-edited“I am both humbled and challenged by the DNP program. What surprised me about working at Johns Hopkins is the use of evidence-based medicine. Providers will regularly cite the latest research articles during morning rounds when making clinical decisions.”
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Gideon Yeager, DNP Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Student
“The most important thing when I was choosing a school was finding a place where I not only deepened my knowledge but also developed myself and maximized my potential. It really shaped who I am now and who I want to be.”
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Veronica Lee, DNP Family Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Student
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Explore Our Areas of Expertise within the Johns Hopkins Framework
Johns Hopkins Nursing addresses the most pressing healthcare challenges through focused areas of expertise. Each area benefits from the resources and collaborative environment fostered by The Johns Hopkins Hospital and the wider Johns Hopkins Medicine system.
## Acute & Chronic Care
Addressing equity factors that affect health risks, within the context of a leading hospital system.
## Aging
Developing wise, compassionate, and sustainable approaches that stand the test of time, informed by geriatric care at The Johns Hopkins Hospital.
## Community & Global Public Health
Healing at the speed of understanding, across the world, with global health initiatives connected to Johns Hopkins Medicine.
## Gender-based Violence
To identify, educate, and shield those who are most vulnerable, leveraging resources within The Johns Hopkins Hospital network.
## Infectious Diseases
From COVID-19 to HIV to whatever is next, prepping the tools of prevention, benefiting from Johns Hopkins’ infectious disease expertise.
## Mental Health & Behavioral Interventions
Holistic approach addresses biological, psychological, social, and spiritual needs, integrated with mental health services at Johns Hopkins.
## Policy, Leadership & Administration
Turning nurses’ hard-won place at the decision-maker’s table into a soapbox on care for all, influencing healthcare policy related to hospital systems.
## Women, Children & Family Health
World health begins wherever home is, with a focus on family health within the Johns Hopkins community.
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