Health care systems are especially important components of the environment. Nursing is understood by considering role functions, various processes nurses engage in, Christian approaches to caring, and professional responsibilities. The discipline of nursing is best built upon knowledge from the natural and behavioral sciences and the liberal arts. Therefore, preparation of the professional nurse requires the development of both intellectual and affective capacities. A number of foundational beliefs underlie the educational environment we seek to create.
Personal growth is essential for professional growth.
Interdependence in relationships with faculty facilitates this growth. Teachers must provide honest feedback within a supportive framework. The learning process is strongest when student involvement is high, the goals of learning are clear, and the student has the opportunity to practice desired skills. Our graduates Graduates of the EMU Nursing program are generalists, prepared to function as beginning practitioners in a variety of settings, working with individuals, families, or groups of clients. Graduates are self-directed and engage in continual learning and development.