End-of-program outcomes for Decker School of Nursing programs that lead to a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Nursing degree (also called a baccalaureate degree) are consistent with professional standards and congruent with Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences' mission, vision and philosophy.
Outcomes for Baccalaureate Programs
BS Essential I: Liberal Education for Baccalaureate Generalist Nursing Practice
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Synthesize concepts and principles from science, nursing and humanities into nursing practice.
BS Essential II: Basic Organizational and Systems Leadership for Quality Care and Patient Safety
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Use leadership skills to enhance the quality of nursing and health practices.
BS Essential III: Scholarship for Evidence-Based Practice
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Critique research findings for applicability for evidence-based nursing practice.
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Provide professional nursing care at the primary, secondary and tertiary levels of prevention based on knowledge from theory, evidence-based practice and research.
BS Essential IV: Information Management and Application of Patient Care Technology
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Participate in efforts to meet emerging health needs through the implementation of evolving nursing roles.
BS Essential V: Healthcare Policy, Finance and Regulatory Environments
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Exhibit basic knowledge of healthcare policy, finance and regulatory environments that influence nursing practice.
BS Essential VI: Interprofessional Communication and Collaboration for Improving Health Outcomes
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Participate collaboratively with other healthcare providers and community members in promoting the health, safety and well-being.
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Participate in efforts to meet emerging health needs by implementing evolving nursing roles.
BS Essential VII: Clinical Prevention and Population Health
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Provide professional nursing care at the primary, secondary and tertiary levels of prevention based on knowledge from theory, evidence-based practice and research.
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Apply nursing process to assist diverse client systems in various settings to achieve optimal health.
BS Essential VIII: Professionalism and Professional Values
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Demonstrate accountability for professional standards of moral, legal and ethical conduct.
BS Essential IX: Baccalaureate Generalist Nursing Practice
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Demonstrate accountability for professional standards of moral, legal and ethical conduct.
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Use communication processes effectively with individuals and groups.
