Philosophy
Stanislaus State’s School of Nursing embraces a diverse
multicultural perspective while caring for individuals, families,
communities, and populations across the lifespan and across
healthcare systems. It consists of a unique, integrated body of
knowledge focusing on disease prevention, chronic disease,
regenerative care, and palliative care/hospice. Nursing practice
is both an art and a science that requires clinical judgment,
ethical decision making, evidence-based practice, effective
communication, use of information systems, compassionate care,
leadership and professionalism, with consideration for social
determinants of health and health policy, including diversity,
equity, inclusion, and justice. Nursing practice occurs in an
increasingly diverse environment in which the nurse provides
person-centered care that identifies, respects, and addresses
patients’ differences, values, preferences, and expressed needs.
The school of nursing believes teaching and learning are
lifelong, self-directed processes that encompass the acquisition
of nursing knowledge, skills, and attitudes. The process of
professional nursing education is personalized, taking into
consideration individual student differences including cultural
milieu, ethnicity, diverse learning styles, student goals, ways
of life, and support systems that foster personal reflection and
self-care.
Vision: L.E.T Nurses Change the World
Stanislaus State’s School of Nursing envisions a world
transformed by our graduates, who lead with expertise,
educate with precision, tailoring their approach to the unique
needs of individuals and the community and bring about meaningful
change in healthcare Our curriculum is meticulously crafted to
nurture clinical excellence, ethical leadership, and
compassionate care, all grounded in a deep understanding of the
social determinants of health. Through this, we aim to prepare
nurses who are not just healthcare professionals but
changemakers, dedicated to advancing health quality, equity, and
inclusivity. Together, we are shaping a future where nurses from
our institution are at the forefront of creating a healthier,
more equitable world for all.
Mission
The mission of Stanislaus State’s School of Nursing is to
cultivate nursing professionals who are adept across the full
spectrum of healthcare needs, from disease prevention to
end-of-life care. Through a curriculum that values diversity,
equity, and inclusion, we commit to developing nurses skilled in
clinical judgment, ethical decision-making, evidence-based
practice, and compassionate communication. Our focus is on
integrating leadership, professionalism, and a comprehensive
understanding of social determinants of health into nursing
education, preparing our graduates to improve healthcare outcomes
in diverse communities. We aim to foster personal health,
resilience, well-being, self-awareness, and adaptability among
nursing professionals. By prioritizing the personal health and
resilience of our students, we empower them to manage the demands
of their profession while maintaining their own well-being.
Concepts
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Advocacy
- Determinants of Health
- Professional Identity
- Person-Centered Care
- Ways of Knowing
- empirics—the science of nursing
- esthetics—the art of nursing
- nursing knowledge – the component of personal knowledge
in nursing, and ethics—the component of moral knowledge in
nursing
- Clinical Judgment
- Clinical Reasoning
Program Goals
The Stanislaus State School of Nursing (SON) is committed to
cultivating nursing professionals equipped with the knowledge,
skills, and ethical frameworks necessary to excel in an
ever-evolving healthcare landscape. Our mission emphasizes a
dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion while preparing
graduates to address the full spectrum of healthcare needs, from
disease prevention to end-of-life care. To achieve this mission
and fulfill our vision of transforming healthcare through
innovative nursing education, we have established a series of
strategic goals aligned with our Program Learning Outcomes
(PLOs). These goals demonstrate how the SoN promotes students’
achievement of the mission and PLOs.
These goals are designed to enhance clinical judgment, promote
ethical leadership, and foster compassionate care, ensuring our
graduates can effectively navigate and influence diverse
healthcare settings. Through targeted objectives, we aim to
integrate vital concepts into our curriculum, enabling students
to apply critical thinking and evidence-based practices in
real-world scenarios. Our commitment extends to understanding
social determinants of health and advocating for policies that
promote equitable health outcomes, ultimately preparing our
graduates to lead within complex systems of care.
As we advance our goals, we prioritize fostering resilience and
well-being among our students, recognizing the importance of
personal health in the nursing profession. By embedding
principles of collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous learning
into our educational framework, the SON aims to develop nursing
leaders capable of delivering high-quality, person-centered care
that respects and responds to the diverse needs of the
communities we serve.
Program Learning Outcomes
Learn about Stanislaus State’s School of Nursing’s program
student learning outcomes aligned with AACN Level 1
- Utilize established and evolving disciplinary knowledge and
ways of knowing from a variety of disciplines, including liberal
arts and natural and social sciences, to inform clinical judgment
and innovative practice.
- Implement person-centered care that is holistic,
individualized, and reflects an understanding of human growth and
development, the determinants of health, pathophysiology,
pharmacology, and medical and nursing management across the
spheres of care.
- Create action plans, interventions, and influence policies
towards health equity and improved health spanning the healthcare
delivery continuum from public health prevention to disease
management of populations.
- Synthesize, translate, apply, and disseminate knowledge to
improve health and transform health care.
- Employ quality care, established and emerging principles of
safety, and improvement science through both system effectiveness
and individual performance.
- Engage in professional collaboration across disciplines and
with other stakeholders, including patients, families, and
communities, to optimize care, enhance the healthcare experience,
and strengthen outcomes that recognize the unique contribution of
all members.
- Coordinate resources to provide cost-effective, safe,
quality, and equitable care to diverse populations within complex
systems of health care.
- Utilize patient care technologies, information systems, and
communication devices to manage and improve the delivery of safe,
high-quality, and efficient healthcare services.
- Cultivate and sustain a professional identity through the
acquisition of expertise and assertion of leadership that
reflects professional characteristics and values.
- Foster personal health, resilience, well-being,
self-awareness, and a capacity to adapt to ambiguity and change.
- Demonstrate characteristics of a mindful and present leader
proficient in asserting influence and power in professional and
personal contexts.
