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School of Nursing


Overview

The University of Rochester School of Nursing offers high quality academic programs, a robust research portfolio, as well as extensive clinical and educational partnerships throughout the University of Rochester Medical Center and larger community. The school has been a pioneering force in the science and practice of nursing since 1925.

Research Link to section

The School of Nursing has a rich tradition of groundbreaking research which has advanced the science of nursing and made substantial impacts on patient care at leading universities and organizations around the world. Our faculty conduct research and collaborate within four main areas — healthy aging, parent-child, adolescent, and transgenerational health, cancer and palliative care, and sexual health and HIV prevention — while also leading research programs in cardiovascular health, disordered eating, nursing workforce, etc.

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Practice Link to section

The University of Rochester School of Nursing is invested in the local community, providing access to important clinical services that improve the health and well-being of the people we serve.

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Our Vision Link to section

To lead the national agenda in transforming the discipline of nursing through innovative education, practice and research to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

Strategic Plan 2024

Who We Are Link to section

The University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora – ever better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: Equity, Leadership, Integrity, Openness, Respect, and Accountability. The School of Nursing is guided by this commitment and the Unification Model.