An Iowa College in the Liberal Arts Tradition
A hands-on approach to studying nursing through the liberal arts.
Why Study Nursing at Luther?
Urban and rural healthcare knowledge. Nursing students gain perspectives on both rural and urban healthcare during their studies at Luther.
Early hands-on experience. Unlike other schools Luther students begin as soon as their second year with hands-on experience in hospitals.
Off-campus studies at Mayo and more. Students are able to study off-campus during their junior year at hospitals such as Mayo Clinic and even study abroad in Nottingham, England.
Strong Outcomes
Our nursing graduates have currently achieved a 93% pass rate for 2021 with the nursing licensing exam (NCLEX-RN)
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Clinicals
Students spend a lot of time working in hospitals which they begin as soon as their second year in school. From working in radiology to outpatient care, we place an emphasis on experience.
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Study Abroad in Nottingham
Senior nursing students have the opportunity to participate in a community centered care summer course in Nottingham, England where they learn about and experience first-hand another health care delivery system.
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Modern Facilities
Nursing students at Luther have access to a complete simulation lab to learn a range of skills ranging from patient care to treating burn victims, all of which in a hands-on environment.
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Graduate Success
Luther is committed to preparing its nursing students for after graduation to ensure they have success in their pursuits.
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We know that we have much work to do in living our values of leadership, reforming, social justice, and wellness and resilience. The Luther Nursing Department is working to prepare bold reformers for the greater good of health and healthcare with:
- Intentional classroom discussions regarding the impact of systemic racism on health disparities
- A directed readings course, “Structural Racism and Health Care”
- A Health and Human Services workshop for junior nursing students on cultural competence
- A larger systemic assessment reviewing best practices for diversity and inclusion, guided by the National League for Nursing Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit, with the larger goal of intentional support for students through recruitment, admission, graduation, and transition to practice.
