Philosophy Of Nursing

The Department of Nursing at CBU believes that nursing is a rich blend of art and science
that focuses on promoting optimum health and providing safe, ethical, compassionate care across
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knowledge and evidence based on theories, research, evaluation and experiential learning

from nursing, health sciences, social sciences and liberal arts. Nursing is a practice discipline
directed towards health promotion, illness and injury prevention, health maintenance, health
restoration and the facilitation of a dignified and peaceful death.

Our philosophy is therefore based on assumptions about the nature of nursing and the
nature of a professional education. It builds on the program's vision, mission and values through
the development of the core concepts for the nursing curriculum. The nursing curriculum is an
intentional blending of courses from many disciplines. It integrates theory and practice to
facilitate self growth, critical inquiry, and commitment to lifelong learning. Teachers and learners
are engaged in the continuous development of professional competencies in a complementary
process that recognizes the strengths of both. The philosophy also provides the foundation for the
program's academic plan and strategic priorities.