Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Nursing prepares students to practice professional nursing. Professional nursing involves the performance of those acts requiring substantial specialized knowledge, judgment and nursing skill based upon applied principles of biological, physical, psychological and social sciences. The nursing practice of a professional nurse includes but is not limited to: Observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation of care; Health teaching and counseling of individuals who may be ill, injured or infirm; Promotion of wellness, maintenance of health, and prevention of illness in others; Administration of treatments and medications as prescribed in accordance with standards of nursing practice. |
Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097) to award certificates and degrees at the associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. |
