Why Should I Choose Nursing?
Nursing is not only a science — it’s an art. At Elmira, our Nursing degree program students are driven to achieve their goals and are passionate about caring for others. You will complete rigorous academic coursework to enhance critical-thinking and clinical-reasoning skills. And beyond the classroom, you’ll gain clinical experience as early as sophomore year to build hands-on learning and prepare you for real-world problem-solving.
What Will I Learn Through Nursing?
Students who complete the Nursing degree program will be able to:
Utilize theories and concepts from humanities and natural, social and nursing sciences to focus on individuals, families, groups, and communities as the recipients of nursing practice
Employ the nursing process in any setting to assist with the promotion, restoration, and/or maintenance of optimal health for the client of any age
Use evidence-based findings to improve the quality of nursing care provided to the client
Apply knowledge and skills of information management and technology in nursing practice
Participate in identifying community and societal needs for the health care of client systems
Provide leadership in defining, implementing, and evaluating the nursing practice in the provision of comprehensive health services
Collaborate with consumers and colleagues to support necessary changes in overall health behaviors and health-care delivery for the improved welfare of society
Practice nursing in accordance with legal rights and ethical responsibilities
Demonstrate commitment to personal and professional development