The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice

The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice outline the key knowledge, skills, and attitudes that registered nurses need to provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care. This includes strong scientific and clinical understanding, critical thinking, leadership, communication skills, and an emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention, and cultural competence. The goal is to prepare nurses to adapt to complex healthcare environments, work collaboratively across teams, and stay current with scientific advances—all to improve patient outcomes and advance the nursing profession.