The Bachelor 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 120 credits distributed in 9 academic terms to be completed in approximately 3 years to a maximum of 4.5 years.
The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice:
The American Association of Colleges of Nursing” (AACN) has defined the nine Essentials that describe the curricular elements and competencies that must be present in all accredited programs that award a Bachelor Degree in Nursing Science. These Essentials provide the student learning outcomes and are detailed in The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice (AACN, 2008). The faculty of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program has implemented the tools, learning strategies, program improvement opportunities, and resources recommended in this document, which are aligned with the Student Learning Outcomes and are used as a guide in the teaching learning process.
The Institute of Medicine (2003) competencies for nursing, QSEN faculty have defined pre-licensure and graduatequality 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
Link:
Quality and Safety Education for Nurses
Other Resources
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)
Asociación de Simuloeducadores de Puerto Rico (ASEPUR)
Federación Latinoamericana de Simulación Clínica y Seguridad del Paciente (FLASIC)
Atenas University Dr. Maria Luisa Hernandez Admission Requirements
Requirements for enrollment
Requirements for Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program
Enrollment for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing 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.
Steps for processing provisional license and the nursing board examination
Step I: Complete the Application for Provisional License, Examination, and Associate or Generalist Nurse License.
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Step II: Gatherthe documents required in the application.
Step III:Submit the application and required documentation to the Puerto Rico Examining Board of Nurses (See instructions in the back of the form)
NCLEX
HETS, Testing & Education Reference Center (TERC) is a database designed by Cengage Learning where you can find NCLEX practice exams. Atenas University Dr. Maria Luisa Hernandez students have this resource available to prepare for the NCLEX exam. For additional information and instructions visit the Learning Resource Center (Library).
Effective January 17, 2022, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on January 17, 2024.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850
Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000
http://www.acenursing.com/candidates/candidacy.asp
The Bachelor Degree in Nursing Sciences program at Atenas University Dr. Maria Luisa HernandezAtenas College is accredited by Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750 Washington, DC 20001; phone number: (202)887-6791; web page: https://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE
Mission of Atenas University Dr. Maria Luisa Hernandez 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 University Dr. Maria Luisa Hernandez 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.
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