Speaker Biography

Thank-God Okosun

Department of Peace and Conflict Studies, Nasarawa State University, Nigeria

Title: Collegiate nursing education and practice in Nigeria- Challenges and Successes

Biography:

Thank-God Okosun (RN, RPHN, B.N.Sc, MPH, M.Sc (Peace & Conflicts), Ph.D (Peace & Conflicts-In View). He is currently working in the department of Peace and Conflict Studies, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria

Abstract:

The paper explores the current situation and future development of collegiate nursing education and practice in Nigeria and their influence on health care. As the role of the nurses continues to expand, Nigerian nurses must be skillful in effectively using evidence-based and clinically relevant information to facilitate the best possible nursing care. Major issues and challenges in this regard are discussed with some recommendations on the way forward.