Memorial Hospital School of Nursing

Our Philosophy

WE BELIEVE
The practice of Nursing is ...
- an art and a science.
- dedicated to promoting, maintaining, restoring, and supporting the health and well-being of individuals living and dying.
- holistic.
- caring.
- accountable: legally, ethically and morally.
- the application of theoretical knowledge, reasoning and technical competence.
- acceptance and respecting individuals regardless of religion, race, creed, color, age, gender, culture, ability, mental status or socioeconomic status, or political affiliation.
- in partnerships with
- individuals and significant others with actual or potential health needs, and
- health care team members.

Education ...
- is a partnership involving shared accountability between faculty and students.
- requires open, honest and timely communication by faculty and students.
- recognizes students' unique abilities, life experiences and learning preferences.
- is committed to providing a variety of resources and active learning experiences to support individual learning preferences and rates.
- builds from simple to complex. A minimum level of competency is critical before progressing in a sequential curriculum. In consultation with faculty, students identify corrective measures necessary to move to a higher level of competence.
- flourishes in an environment in which there is freedom of expression, creativity and innovation.
- is a lifelong endeavor.

Our Philosophy WE BELIEVE The practice of Nursing is ... - an art and a science. - dedicated to promoting, maintaining, restoring, and supporting the health and well-being of individuals living and dying. - holistic. - caring. - accountable: legally, ethically and morally. - the application of theoretical knowledge, reasoning and ...