Monitor the nursing school's admissions process, which should reflect the cultural and ethnic composition of the area. If it does not do this scrutinize the recruitment, interviewing and admissions procedures with an aim to make them more open and less insular. Address the topics of culture, ethnicity, religion and also equality laws in class. As nurses work with a broad range of patients and relatives they need to be aware of diversity and show sensitivity in their practice.
Encourage a culture of intellectual rigor and curiosity within the school. Appoint well-qualified and experienced academic staff and encourage them to engage in academic research. If possible, allow them time and help them acquire funding to engage in useful research projects. Encourage graduate nursing students to achieve academic success by offering extra support when need. Maintain up-to-date books, journals and technological resources to help with teaching.
Liaise with agencies within and outside the university. Encourage the nursing students to engage in joint projects with students from other departments, particularly other heath care disciplines. Build up relationships with hospitals and primary health care agencies in the local community, inviting representatives to speak student groups. Include global health issues into the curriculum, making the students aware of major campaigns and new preventative measures.