Mission and Goals

The Salem State University School of Nursing develops nurse leaders in practice, scholarship, and service while focusing on patient-centered, quality care. Our program is committed to fostering the principles of ethics and inclusiveness among diverse student and cultural populations in a complex and dynamic global environment.

1. Ensure program quality and clinical excellence to enhance success of a diverse student population to become leaders in a dynamic healthcare system.
2. Implement creative, innovative, and evidence-based teaching methodologies to support robust transformational student learning, scholarship, and service that align with the Salem State University Strategic Plan.
3. Promote faculty scholarship, professional development, civic engagement, and inter-professional collaboration.
4. Develop local, regional, and global partnerships to support the School of Nursing’s mission to promote excellence within diverse healthcare environments.