Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Nursing

College of Southern Nevada

The Registered nurse is an important member of the health care team an indispensable participant within the medical community who provides total patient care and a dependable, responsible, motivated professional capable of handling high stress situations with ease and confidence. The Registered nurse provides care using the nursing process works within the guidelines of the Nevada Nurse Practice Act to give care, support, and education to patients so that they can recover and stay well works in a variety of health care settings including hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, home health, community agencies, wellness centers, clinics and drug centers monitors the physical and mental status of patients gives medication and records the patient reactions, symptoms, and progress and directs Licensed Practical Nurses and Nursing Assistants. There are extensive job opportunities and potential for advancement for graduates of the degree program.

Ralph and Betty Engelstad School of Health Sciences