Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Science will be able to:

• Demonstrate critical thinking by making evidence-based nursing judgments through the use of intellectual, interpersonal, and technical competencies to promote safe and effective client-centered care.
• Implement caring behaviors in the practice of professional nursing using established standards, evidence based practice, and innovation to prevent illness and promote and restore health in order to meet the changing needs of diverse individuals, families, groups, and communities.
• Utilize principles of management and leadership to collaborate as a member of the interprofessional care team by using a spirit of inquiry to direct clinical nursing practice.
• Compare and contrast roles of the professional nurse in promoting optimal healthcare and policies locally nationally, and globally.
• Develop an individual plan for ongoing professional development and professional identity.