Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The nursing program at Hood College provides the skills for the increasing complexity of healthcare in the 21st century by offering a foundation of liberal arts courses and supplemental nursing education focusing on leadership, research and evidence-based practice, critical thinking, nursing theory and communications.

Nursing Department Mission The Hood College Department of Nursing strives to prepare nursing students for reflective, culturally competent nursing practice through the systematic study of the liberal arts and the science of nursing. By promoting the exploration of innovative practices, the incorporation of technology and research, and the pursuit of knowledge, Hood College's Nursing program inspires nursing students to advocate for the improved health of the individuals and families that make up the diverse global community.

Student Outcomes • Integrate nursing science, humanities, behavioral and physical sciences as a basis for safe nursing practice including clinical reasoning, critical thinking and judgment

• Provide caring and competent nursing care to culturally diverse clients in a changing and complex healthcare environment across the lifespan • Support optimal health outcomes for patients, families, communities and populations through actions that include health promotion, disease prevention, autonomy, and advocacy • Utilize effective communication strategies to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide patient-centered care • Safely utilize information technologies to promote optimal patient care • Apply basic organizational and systems leadership for quality care, ethical practice and patient safety • Cultivate professional development by making a commitment to life-long learning and professional activities • Evaluate the health policy, regulation and payment process for the improvement of health care for all • Integrate research, ethical principles and patient preference into clinical decision making through evaluative nursing practice