1. Synthesize knowledge from theories and research, and evaluate its relevance for application within a selected area of nursing practice for populations across the lifespan.

2. Influence comprehensive health care delivery to culturally diverse groups based on theoretical framework using advanced knowledge and skills inclusive of environmental and community characteristics and life stage development.

3. Implement leadership strategies that influence changes in nursing and health care in response to local, national, and global health disparities.

4. Collaborate with other disciplines to provide holistic health care to prevent illness and to promote and maintain optimum health for culturally diverse populations.

5. Evaluate existing health conditions and their relationship to local, state, national and international health policies within a broad economic, socio-cultural and geopolitical environment.

6. Generate nursing knowledge through the design, implementation and dissemination of nursing research.

7. Demonstrate primary skill in grant writing and seeking external funding for research or program support.

8. Integrate and define the scope of advanced nursing practice through involvement with legislative, regulatory, ethical, and professional standards.

9. Synthesize technological communication to enhance health care delivery.

10. Synthesize the advocacy roles as an integral part of advanced nursing practice.