Education is essential to the intellectual, physical, economic, social, emotional, cultural, and environmental well-being of individuals and society and should be geographically and physically accessible and affordable.  

In support of this philosophy, the nursing department maintains a teaching/learning environment which promotes inclusiveness and provides educational opportunities, programs, and services of excellence in response to the needs of communities we serve.

Accountability – embraces integrity, ethics, honesty, trustworthiness, professionalism, responsibility and the obligation to do the right thing

Caring – promotes respect, compassion, advocacy, human dignity, openness, diversity, empathy and sensitivity to every client and each other

Excellence – inspires distinction, brilliance, accuracy, collaboration, team building, evidence-based practice and superiority with extraordinary passion for the profession

Scholarship – encourages life-long learning, critical thinking and autonomy with a global view, understanding it is a dynamic process that allows for freedom of expression and contributions to nursing practice

To offer premier nursing programs in our region, while continuing to graduate nurse generalists and baccalaureate-prepared nurses who safely meet the healthcare needs of our communities and who lead healthcare delivery into the future. 

Outcome 1: Validate understanding of multiple dimensions of safe, ethical, client-centered care with respect for diverse individuals, families, local and global communities.

Outcome 2: Model the role of the professional nurse in an inter-professional team through the use of effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration.

Outcome 3: Integrate continuous improvement in clinical practice using new knowledge when creating individualized plan of care based on client values, clinical expertise, and current evidence.

Outcome 4: Implement quality measures that improve outcomes for clients, designees, and communities.

Outcome 5: Model effective use of strategies to reduce risk of harm to self and others.

Outcome 6: Utilize information and technology skills essential for providing safe, quality client care.

Notes: The ELA is an Expected Level of Achievement set by faculty as a realistic and meaningful goal. Rates are calculated as students that graduate in 100% of expected time (4 semesters for Traditional students; 3 semesters for Bridge students).

*The class of 2021 had 84 graduates. Only 83 of those students tested in 2021.

*The class of 2022 had 86 graduates. The Georgia Board of Nursing official report includes a graduate from a past class who tested in this year.