Mission, Vision, Values, and Conceptual Framework

Mission. The mission of the SMSU Department of Nursing is to provide leadership in nursing education, scholarship, and practice that reflects cultural, ethical, and compassionate presence in the preparation of nurses who will serve with excellence in a diverse and ever-changing society. 

Values. Graduates develop a holistic synthesis of knowledge, skills, and attitudes for professional practice; integrate liberal arts and nursing science; practice person-centered care; apply evidence-based practice; collaborate interprofessionally; and address social determinants of health. 

Conceptual Framework. The curriculum is organized around person-centered care, quality and safety, evidence-based practice, informatics, teamwork and collaboration, and population health. 

Program Outcomes and Competency Framework (QSEN) 

Pre-licensure BSN End of Program Student Learning Outcomes: (Terminal Outcomes) 

Graduates will:  

1. Develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of the baccalaureate prepared nurse as described within the Scope & Standards of Practice and Nursing Code of Ethics.  

2. Value diversity when planning equitable and inclusive person-centered care. 

3. Support person-centered care through inter- and intra-professional collaborative processes 

4. Examine evidence to optimize health, safety, and quality outcomes. 

5. Evaluate informatics and technology to support optimal health outcomes. 

6. Value social determinants of health in the nursing process application to provide person-centered care. 

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