Nursing: Department Mission

Following the precepts put forth in the Xavier University mission statement and definition of Jesuit education, the faculty of the Nursing Department believe their mission is to educate professional nurses in the art and science of nursing. Graduates of Xavier nursing programs have mastery over a body of knowledge and skills essential to nursing practice and are prepared to take their place in a rapidly changing global community.

Nurses educated in the Jesuit tradition commit themselves as facilitators to clients experiencing transitions which may impact their health. The professional nurse accomplishes this through scholarship, leadership, service, and personal and professional growth.

Scholarship refers to inquiry and critical thinking which are requisite components of professional judgement, problem solving and decision making. The professional nurse searches for knowledge, and ethical alternatives for solving health and nursing care problems.

Service is an inherent component of professional nursing. Within a cultural and social context, graduates respect the dignity and worth of each person. They are committed to balancing physical, psychological, social and spiritual care in an ever changing technological environment.

Leadership is an essential characteristic of professional nurses. Jesuit inspired values guide the graduates in their communication and collaboration with others to advocate client needs and rights and to function as an integral part of the health care team.

Personal and professional growth, encompassing development and refinement of philosophies of life and nursing, is fostered through nursing education at Xavier University. Jesuit inspired nursing beliefs, values and traditions influence personal growth within the profession.