Welcome to the Spring Hill Division of Nursing Web site. I am pleased that you are interested in nursing and in Spring Hill. Nursing is an exciting, rewarding profession and an excellent career choice for the century.
By the year 2010, the United States will need twice the number of current registered nurses (RNs) prepared with baccalaureate and higher degrees in nursing. Due to the national and 21st international shortage of nurses, there are numerous employment opportunities in hospital and community settings. Today, nurses comprise the largest single group of health care providers in the nation. In the coming year we will be challenged to address the nursing shortage in our state. The demand is expected to increase in the coming years as new health care facilities are completed, and the population continues to grow and age.
Preparation for professional nursing is rigorous and life changing. The baccalaureate program includes humanities, behavioral science, natural science as well as nursing science and skills. Spring Hill nursing education prepares nurses for lives of service, professional excellence and personal integrity.
It is a challenging time to be in nursing education!
As Chair of the Division of Nursing, I am committed to strengthening what the Division has achieved and implementing programs that will continue the Division’s leadership role to prepare graduates to meet the challenges of our rapidly evolving health care environment. We are educating nurses to be global citizens who will bring the expertise of their education to their communities and their profession. Recent accomplishments at the Division give us cause for celebration and pride.
Innovation, excellence, and compassion-these are the hallmarks of the Division of Nursing at Spring Hill College. The Nursing Division has a proud tradition of excellence in nursing education, and we will continue to build on this foundation with your input and support.
I encourage you to visit us! It will be a pleasure to talk with you, show you the campus and introduce you to our faculty and students—especially our students!
Spring Hill nursing students come from all over the United States. They practice what they teach and cherish personal relationships with other students. Enjoy your tour of our web site and contact us to arrange an in-person visit. We look forward to meeting you.