GW Nursing at a Glance
GW Nursing Statements
To ignite passions and courageously tackle challenges so that we make an impact on the local, national, and global scale.
Compelled by the belief that all people deserve equitable and quality healthcare, the GW Nursing community aspires to be trusted advocates for the advancement of societal well being in the clinic, community and statehouse.
Prepare nurse leaders, providers and scholars to improve the health of all people by leveraging our presence in the nation’s capital.
We support and uphold GW’s values to strengthen and improve our community.
- Integrity
We are honest and fair in our words and actions. - Collaboration
We achieve more by engaging others in shared processes and decision-making. - Respect
We value people as individuals and treat them with fairness, compassion and care. - Excellence
We achieve distinction through knowledge and innovation. - Openness
We are accessible, receptive and share information freely. - Diversity
We value and include people from different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives in the pursuit of our common goals. - Courage
We encourage risk-taking, learning from failure, and perseverance in our pursuit of excellence.
We cultivate excellence in teaching and learning, research and service through equal access to resources, opportunities and advancement for all members of our community. We foster a culture in which we acknowledge, discuss and address privilege to increase success among marginalized people. Our community commits to engaging in the dynamic process of promoting equity and social justice.
We acknowledge the challenges health care providers face in delivering high-quality patient care across clinical and community settings. The demands of a career in nursing can take a toll emotionally, physically and spiritually, which is why we seek to cultivate resilience and self-awareness in the face of adversity.
We are committed to educating nurses on how to deal with burnout, fatigue and other factors that cause them to leave the profession. By teaching specific coping strategies and mechanisms as part of our Professional Well-Being Initiative, we aim to train a generation of nurses that can manage the stress and challenges of an ever-changing health care environment.
Strategic Priorities
The George Washington University School of Nursing is entering a new era under the leadership of Dean Susan Kelly-Weeder and University President Ellen Granberg, both of whom joined GW in the summer of 2023. As the university works to develop a strategic framework to guide its path forward, the School of Nursing has established four priority areas to provide structure and direction at the school level in the interim. These priorities will enable faculty and staff to continue their important work of driving excellence, exploring solutions, promoting growth, and shaping revolutionaries.
Cultural Transformation for Faculty and Staff Success
Establish and sustain a culture in which faculty and staff are open and respectful, creating an environment for trust and growth.
Sustainability for Long-Term Growth
Optimize financial resources, manage them effectively, and refine enrollment strategies to ensure long-term sustainability and drive growth.
Curriculum Redesign
Enhance program excellence through innovative curriculum development and implementation.
Student Success
Foster an environment that supports all aspects of student success, from academic achievements to career readiness.
