National American University

Associate of Science in Nursing

Not only is nursing a career that is in great demand, but it also makes a strong difference in people's lives 24 hours a day, seven days a week and offers plenty of opportunities in a variety of settings with individuals, families and communities. If you have a serious desire to help others in need of medical care, the National American University's Associate Degree of Nursing program is the perfect opportunity for you. When you complete this program you might be eligible to work toward a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.

Outcomes of Student Learning

• Engrain specific behavior in concert with the role of a professional nurse.
• Caring behaviors are shown in the nurse-client interaction.
• Utilize skills in the healthcare environment which will promote collaboration.
• Information to promote health, prevent disease, restore health, and promote adaptation across the lifespan should be incorporated.
• An effective, safe environment is created.
• By using the nursing process, achieve desired outcomes through planned and adaptive care.
• Competency of identified essential nursing skills will be demonstrated.
• Across the life span of a diverse group of clients, provide culturally sensitive care.

ASN Mobility Program

This program was created to prepare practical and registered nurses who are conscientious and empathetic and who show proficiency in giving good treatment through all stages of life. You can request to take the test for a license as a practical nurse and you will receive a practical nursing diploma after the first year. As a Licensed Practical Nurse you can return to the nursing program after working for a year or more and continue your education, attain an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) and become qualified to be licensed as a Registered Nurse. You don't have to take a break though: you can continue without one. To be considered for acceptance, you are required to submit an application each year that you attend the ASN Mobility Program.

Diploma - Practical Nurse

Nursing is both an art and a science with varying levels of practitioners. The meaningful relationships between the patient and nurse are the center of the art of nursing. In carrying out the nursing science, the nurse concentrates on compassionate and aesthetic methods. Nursing requires general knowledge of physical, biological and behavioral sciences. For nursing, different levels of practice within varying settings will require different educational preparation. Practical nurse graduates work directly with patients assisting in data collection, contributing to an action plan for each patient, performing fundamental rehabilitative and preventive nursing techniques, and assisting in the assessment of successful interactions with patients that have commonly occurring health problems.