Jacksonville University
Professional nursing is an art and science, which facilitates health promotion, risk reduction, disease prevention, and management of disease and illness in individuals, families and communities. Critical thinking and the application of theory and research are inherent in the professional nursing role and provide the basis for judicious decision-making, problem solving and health planning. Professional nurses embrace values, behaviors, and recognized standards that are the foundation for ethical and legal practice. Professional nurses advocate for clients in providing compassionate, culturally sensitive care.
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Nurses use critical thinking and problem solving to assess, design, manage and evaluate care in collaboration with clients and health professionals. Professional nurses assume many roles in the provision of direct and indirect care to individuals, families, and communities in a variety of settings. The professional nurse is accountable for the delivery of competent, cost-effective care that will result in expected outcomes.
The faculty believes that baccalaureate nursing education is the basic entry level into professional practice and that graduate education is necessary for advanced nursing practice.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program prepares professional nurses as self-assured, competent generalists who think critically, communicate effectively, and assess and manage the health care needs of clients in a variety of settings. The curricular progression fosters professional socialization for future roles and responsibilities within the global community. As students learn and mature in nursing knowledge and ability, they practice as professional nurses, are adept in the use of information and health care technology, provide leadership to promote and improve health, and aspire to life-long learning and achievement in advanced studies.
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program prepares graduates who are able to assume leadership roles in a global society, think critically, communicate effectively and negotiate advanced practice roles. Graduates are able to evaluate health issues of clients and institutions and develop collaborative, innovative strategies that effect change and promote researched based, positive outcomes. Graduates of the MSN program are responsible citizens who promote health, advance nursing knowledge, impact health policy, and commit to life long learning in the communities in which they practice.
Learning is viewed as a life-long process facilitated by creative thinking and creative inquiry. Faculty view teaching as a process that actively engages the student. Clearly defined learning objectives are accomplished through expert blending of a variety of interactive, experiential methods and traditional classroom approaches. Students are responsible for their own learning and achievement of outcomes. Faculty serve as role models and mentors and are responsible for creating an environment conducive for learning. A supportive environment is fostered through close interaction among students, faculty and staff. Collaborative relationships with health care systems and organizations are encouraged. Students and faculty share responsibility in contributing to the development and support of persons associated with the Jacksonville University School of Nursing community.
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