The philosophy of Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center School of Nursing
is derived from and in accord with the central purpose and philosophy
of Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center.
The faculty of the Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center School of Nursing
believes:
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Man* is a complex rational being. Inherent in his human condition
is Man’s right for dignity. Man is capable of using intellect
to interact with his fellow human beings for the purpose of preserving
the well-being of self, society and the environment. Subsumed in Man’s
freedom of choice is that he is responsible and accountable for his
actions.
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Health is a dynamic state influenced by Man’s reciprocal interaction
with the environment. The perception of health is influenced by beliefs
of the client, health care provider and society. The faculty believes
that the pursuit of health is a basic right to all individuals.
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Nursing is an art and a science. It is based on a body of knowledge
that contributes to and makes use of the natural and behavioral sciences
and the humanities. |
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Nursing is a health service with a goal of collaborating with the
client and helping him acquire the knowledge and abilities to achieve
the highest level of wellness possible. The nurse engages in cooperative
relationships with members of the nursing and health care team in
order to provide the range of health services that the client may
require. An essential element of nursing practice is caring. |
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Education for professional nursing practice prepares individuals
from various types of educational programs to sit for a common licensing
examination. The faculty believes that one means of preparation as
a registered nurse is through diploma education. Accordingly, the
faculty embraces the belief that the graduate of this program is prepared
for entry into practice to function as a generalist in organized nursing
services where nursing roles are well defined. The graduate can assess,
diagnose and treat commonly occurring human responses of clients to
actual and potential health problems where outcomes tend to be predictable. |
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Teaching-learning is an interactional, ongoing process in which
a person integrates new and previously held knowledge and beliefs
to form new insights and ideas. Learning is a self-directed activity
with the faculty functioning as facilitators of learning creating
an environment which promotes self discovery, creativity, problem
solving, and beginning critical thinking skills. As a result of the
teaching-learning process, the learner demonstrates growth and/or
a change in behavior. |
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It is the responsibility of the School to provide an environment
in which the student can acquire the knowledge and skills necessary
to function as a beginning practitioner, and it is the responsibility
of the School to socialize the student into nursing and foster accountability
in the individual. |
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Society is a complex social system created by Man for nurturing,
protection, education and welfare. It is the responsibility of the
School, its faculty, students and graduates to be aware of and responsive
to the health needs of the community and to strive to interact with
members of the community in order to meet these needs to the fullest
extent possible. |
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Within the profession of nursing, opportunities must be actively
fostered to provide educational opportunities for individuals who
wish to change goals and advance from one level of nursing to another. |
