Impact Image

Letter from Dean

 

Dear Prospective Student,

Thank you for your interest in the Caylor School of Nursing at Lincoln Memorial University. We are excited that you are considering a career in nursing. Choosing a high-quality nursing program is an important step toward achieving your professional goals, and we believe our programs provide the education, support, and opportunities you need to succeed.

Our mission is to serve underserved communities, and we are proud of the growth and impact of our nursing programs. Since launching our Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program in 1974, we have continued to expand our educational offerings to meet the evolving needs of healthcare. Key milestones include:

  • 1974: Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
  • 1987: RN-to-BSN program
  • 2006: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) concentration, now seated and online delivery
  • 2008: MSN with a Nurse Anesthesia concentration
  • 2010: Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program
  • 2011: MSN with a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) concentration, now seated and online delivery
  • 2015: Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program
  • 2018: Online MSN with a Nursing Administration concentration
  • 2022: Transition of the Nurse Anesthesia program from an MSN to a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree
  • 2027: Online MSN with an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner concentration
  • 2027: Online MSN with a Nursing Education concentration

As our school continues to grow, we remain committed to preparing compassionate, knowledgeable, and highly skilled nurses who are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities they serve.

We hope you find our site helpful and filled with useful information. If you have further questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at 1.800.325.0900, ext. 6324. Thank you for your interest in LMU Nursing!

Sincerely,

Picture of the Dean

Tammy Dean, DNP, RN, CNE
Dean, Caylor School of Nursing
Vianna Hillman Caylor Distinguished Professor of Nursing