Nursing School in Florida

Nursing Education

Nursing education at the practical nursing level in the Florida Community School System is a process that facilitates changes in behavior and the acquisition of knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to function in the entry-level role of the LPN. The curriculum is conceptually based and founded on adult and collaborative learning principles. Basic assumptions include self-direction, utilizing adult experience, and problem / activity-centered learning. (Rachel, 2002) The curriculum incorporates evidence-based nursing theory and practice, general education, and the sciences in an environment conducive to learning. The conceptual design defines the essential elements as the environment, quality of life, achievement of potential, and health. The organizing framework contains content related to the individual, the health care system, and nursing. The Practical Nursing program at our LPN school in Jacksonville, Florida provides an education that is flexible, progressive, and sensitive to the changing needs of the individual, significant support person(s), and community.

Through these educational experiences, students will have the opportunity to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Learning is a continuous process that results in a change of behavior and occurs when the individual is challenged and motivated to enhance personal knowledge. Teaching and learning are an interactive process between teacher and learner. The responsibility of the faculty of the Coastal School of Nursing Program is to facilitate the student’s understanding and ability to meet the competencies for nursing practice through the design and evaluation of learning experiences. The nursing student is responsible for actively participating in learning experiences and developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide quality individual-centered nursing care.