Goals, Vision, Mission, & Accreditation
Department Goals
The overall goals of the Department of Nursing reflect commitment to the mission of the Department and are congruent with the mission statements of the university and college. The ordering of the goals does not indicate a hierarchical priority. Goals are viewed as being important for actualizing the mission of the department.
- To prepare professional nurse generalists at the undergraduate level who are capable of practicing in various settings, and who possess the foundation for graduate study.
- To prepare competent graduate level nurses in advanced nursing.
- To prepare nurses at the doctoral level to become healthcare leaders.
- To offer a nursing curriculum using advanced informational technology.
- To improve health care delivery.
- To prepare faculty and graduates for the future needs of a global society, while integrating a humanistic understanding of diverse populations.
- To use the expertise of faculty and students in providing public service activities.
- To engage faculty and students in scholarly activities and to disseminate research findings for the benefit of society and the nursing discipline.
Accreditation
The Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (BSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs at FHSU is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Nursing is to provide high quality undergraduate and graduate education utilizing the standards of professional nursing. The department focuses on innovative health care delivery and instruction utilizing advanced information technology, which connects Kansas to the nation and the world.
BSN Program Mission Statement
The mission of the Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) program within the Department of Nursing is to develop professional nurse generalists who provide and coordinate safe, high quality, and evidence-based healthcare to individuals, communities, and global populations.
MSN Program Mission Statement
Develop nurse specialists in education and administration to facilitate change by utilizing evidence-based practice, collaboration, informatics, theory, and leadership to improve quality outcomes for individuals, communities, and global populations.
DNP Program Mission Statement
The DNP Program mission is to develop advanced practice nurse leaders who collaborate in translating evidence- based practice to improve health outcomes of individuals, communities, and global populations.
Vision Statement
A nursing education program of excellence and distinction in this region of the US with graduates who are capable of caring for and changing the world.
This is accomplished through the work of a magnet faculty unit which fosters teamwork, empowerment, and shared discovery.