Nursing and Allied Health
Dr. Amanda St. John, Chair
Dr. Gayla Reed; Lori Gage, MSN, RN
Mission
The mission of the nursing program is to prepare nurses in an environment of academic excellence for the dynamic and ever-changing healthcare environment. Through the development of knowledge, skills, habits, and experiences, students will reach their highest potential and promote the values needed to meet the critical challenges faced by today’s nurse.
Goals
- Foster Academic Excellence in Nursing Education — Deliver rigorous, evidence-based curriculum aligned with current healthcare practices.
- Promote the Development of Clinical Competence — Provide diverse clinical experiences to build skills in critical thinking, patient care, and professional judgment.
- Cultivate Professional and Ethical Nursing Practice — Instill values of integrity, compassion, and accountability in all aspects of nursing care.
- Support Lifelong Learning and Career Development — Encourage continued professional development.
- Develop Leadership and Communication Skills — Offer experiences that enhance interpersonal, interprofessional, and leadership abilities in healthcare settings.
- Enhance Student Access to Faculty and Resources — Maintain and promote personalized mentorship to foster student success.
- Encourage Community Engagement and Responsible Citizenship — Promote service learning and outreach projects that build social responsibility and cultural competence.
Programs
The Department of Nursing and Allied Health offers one undergraduate degree program: the RN to BSN program. This program combines theoretical and online classroom approaches along with hands-on clinical components. The degree is intended to advance nursing knowledge and skills, enhance career opportunities, improve patient outcomes, meet evolving healthcare demands, support professional development and lifelong learning, and align with institutional and national standards.