Nursing
Associate Degree Nursing graduates of the Associate of Science in Nursing program are prepared to perform nursing services as a beginning practitioner inclusive of assessing the health status of individuals with more complex health problems; develop, modify and set goals for client care; delegate nursing responsibilities as team leaders; and evaluate and write revisions in the plan of care for clients with preventative and commonly occurring health problems.
Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate should be eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Successful completion of the program, however, does not guarantee eligibility to take the licensure exam or to become licensed. Refer to Missouri Nursing Practice Act, Chap. 335.066 Satisfactory achievement on the licensure exam will qualify the program graduate for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).