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Program Description

The Associate of Science in Nursing is designed to prepare generalist nurses with the skills for leadership, interdisciplinary teamwork, use of technology, information skills, principles of quality management, and the development of a culture of quality and safety centered in the patient/client. Includes principles of research, evidence-based practice, as well as communication and the application of clinical judgment for decision-making. Graduates from this program will be able to perform in public or private institutions that require healthcare services. Upon completion of their degree, students will be prepared to take the licensure examination offered by the Puerto Rico Examining Board of Nurses. This program consists of 69 credits distributed in 5 academic terms to be completed in approximately 20 months to a maximum of 2 1/2 years.

Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)

The Institute of Medicine (2003) competencies for nursing, QSEN faculty have defined pre-licensure and graduate quality and safety competencies for nursing and proposed targets for the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to be developed in nursing pre-licensure programs for each competency

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Quality and Safety Education for Nurses

Other Resources

Institute of Medicine

TeamSTEPPS

Colegio de Profesionales de la Enfermería de Puerto Rico

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Nursing (INACSL)

Society for Simulation (SSH)

Asociación de Simuloeducadores de Puerto Rico (ASEPUR)

Federación Latinoamericana de Simulación Clínica y Seguridad del Paciente (FLASIC)

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Atenas College Admission Requirements

• Complete and submit the Application for Admission at the Admissions Office.
• Present high school diploma, official transcript or evidence of high school equivalency exam.
• Certificate of Immunization (P-VAC-3 Form) if under 21 years of age
• Provide copy of College Board.

Requirements for enrollment

• Having met Atenas College admission requirements.
• Complete a study agreement. Once admitted, the applicant is referred to the Collections Office to complete the study agreement.
• If the applicant is under 21 years of age, the application for admission and the study agreement must signed by the father, mother, guardian, or legal tutor.

Requirements for Admission to the Associate Degree in Nursing Science Program

Enrollment for the Associate Degree in Nursing Science is carried out three times a year during the months of January, May, and August. Candidates for admission must meet each of the admission requirements established by the institution.

• Coming from high school (generic)
• Minimum high school general points average of 2.00 or its equivalent
• Transfer
• Minimum high school general points average of 2.00 or its equivalent
• Official credits transcript from institution of origin

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• Health certificate issued no less than one month prior to the date of practice
• Certificate of Negative Criminal Record issued no less than one month prior to the date of practice
• Hepatitis B vaccine (3 doses; necessary for all clinical practice). May present laboratory results that certify immunization.
• Atenas College student identification card
• Influenza vaccine
• 2 doses of Varicella or serological test
• Resume
• 4 2 x 2 photos
• Certification of medical insurance coverage
• Current CPR Certification (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
• Original and certification copy
• Evidence of compliance with Law 300 – Puerto Rico Law for the Verification of Criminal Record of Care Service Providers for Children and Elderly.
• Additional requirements may be requested by the clinical practice site; these requirements may include a drug test. The process will take place in accordance with the clinical practice/practice site.

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‍In order for an Associate Degree Nurse to be able to perform their duties in Puerto Rico, they must have a state Generalist Nurse license issued by the Nursing Examining Board of Puerto Rico.

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Puerto Rico License

The candidate needs to have obtained an associate degree in Nursing from an accredited institution, meet the requirements in the bar exam application, pass a theoretical bar exam with a minimum of 70%.

They must submit an application for a provisional license and nursing revalidation exam to the Nursing Examining Board of Puerto Rico to be able to practice the profession in Puerto Rico. For more information, graduates should contact the Puerto Rico Nursing Examining Board at (787)765-2929, access the Department of Health website, in the section: Professionals and Providers, Nursing Examining Board or go to the following address: 1590 Ave. Juan Ponce de León San Juan, Puerto Rico 00926.

The Associate Degree in Nursing Sciences program at Atenas College located in Manatí, PR is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate Degree in Nursing Sciences Program is Initial Accreditation. View public information disclosed by ACEN regarding this program at: http://acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm Program Type: Associate

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Mission of Atenas College Nursing Students Association

We are a nursing students association that contributes to the development of nursing knowledge, skills, and attitudes, promoting an environment of camaraderie, union, and exchange of innovative ideas for the professional improvement of its members.

Vision of Atenas College Nursing Students Association

To be the best nursing student association in Puerto Rico, founded on principles of academic excellence, commitment, and passion for the profession.

Membership requirements

1. Be an active student of Atenas College Nursing program.
2. Meet a fee of $5.00 per academic term, equivalent to $15.00 a year.
3. Maintain a minimum general point average of 2.00.
4. Contribute ideas, knowledge, and concerns in a respectful manner before the members of the board and other members.
5. Have leadership qualities and commitment to their studies and the community.

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