Nursing is a continually evolving health profession practiced in a changing society.
The nurse of the 21st century will provide care for a culturally diverse population within a community-based health care delivery system. Professional nurses must keep abreast of technological advances while demonstrating the value of human caring. Nurses also have an important role in encouraging and instructing individuals to choose behaviors that promote health. The registered nurse is a vital leader on the health care delivery team. The nursing program has a limited enrollment and is subject to special admission requirements and procedures for both the first and second year, in addition to the prerequisites listed under Allied Health Programs.