CLASSES START OCTOBER 15, 2024
Associate Degree in Nursing
Discover the best nursing education and training at Renaissance Career Institute. Learn from experienced professionals and gain hands-on experience to excel in your career.
Become an RN (Registered Nurse) with RCI's ADN Program
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If you're considering a career in nursing, deciding on the type of nurse to become is an initial step. Many aspiring nurses opt for the Registered Nurse (RN) pathway. RNs are medically trained professionals who care for patients. These initials are used for individuals who have completed the necessary schooling and passed the required NCLEX examination. Becoming an RN is a lifelong aspiration for some. It takes hard work and dedication to make it happen.
Want to Become an RN
Schedule a visit to our campus and meet with faculty, current students, and admissions staff to learn more about becoming an RN.
ADN Program Overview
24 MONTHS
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
24 MONTHS
RCI offers students
Full Time & Part Time Options
Accelerated RN program (16 months)
HYBRID
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
24 MONTHS
With both campus-based and online course options, our programs accommodate your lifestyle.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
This program is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing (FBON). Graduates are eligible to apply to write the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
Learn About RN Careers
What is an RN
An RN (Registered Nurse) is a licensed professional that administers hands-on care to patients in a variety of healthcare settings. An RN has passed the NCLEX and is licensed by either an individual state or has an enhanced nursing compact license (eNLC). RNs can specialize in many different fields and have the opportunity to advance their education.
What Do RNs Do
Registered Nurses (RNs) have a wide range of duties and responsibilities, including administering and monitoring medications, admitting and discharging patients, assisting with activities of daily living such as feeding, dressing, and bathing, and coordinating with other healthcare providers. They develop and implement nursing care plans, educate patients and families about disease processes and diagnoses, insert and manage IV catheters, perform both basic and advanced life support, conduct physical examinations, monitor vital signs and recognize abnormalities, prepare patients for procedures and surgeries, provide emotional support, review and maintain medical records, and supervise and orient new nurses and nursing students.
What Skills Do RNs Need
RNs must interact effectively with doctors, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals, necessitating strong communication skills to convey critical information clearly and empathetically. Good bedside manners are essential for providing care and offering comfort to patients. The most dedicated RNs possess a true passion for helping others.
As an RN, robust organizational skills are also essential. Nursing is a demanding, fast-paced profession that relies on efficient information management and multitasking. Without a solid organizational system, the risk of becoming overwhelmed and making errors increases.
Most crucially, RNs must tolerate blood, bodily fluids, and various aspects of human anatomy they will encounter. This role is not suited for everyone, and recognizing one's own limitations is vital.
How to Become an RN
1. Enroll & Complete a Degree in Nursing
RCI's ADN program prepares students to provide safe and effective care of the client across their lifespan. This program is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing.
2. Take & Pass the NCLEX-RN Exam
Before you can start working as an RN you must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN exam). At RCI our programs are designed to prepare you to successfully challenge the NCLEX-RN.
3. Start your RN Career
You can start applying for RN jobs and begin your career as an RN. Our team can support you with your job search.
Career Outlook
For those seeking to forge a rewarding career in nursing, becoming an RN is a viable option.
The demand for RNs is expected the grow by 6% (faster the average) by 2032.
In 2023, the median annual salary for an RN, as reported by the BLS, was $86,070.
Renaissance Career Institute - Preparing the Next Generation
Small Class Sizes
Clinical Rotations
Clinical Rotations
Our classes are small to ensure that our students receive personalized attention and support from our faculty.
Clinical Rotations
Clinical Rotations
Clinical Rotations
We provide clinical rotations to our students so they can gain practical experience and be ready for the workforce.
Affordable Tuition
Clinical Rotations
Affordable Tuition
We offer affordable tuition rates to make our nursing programs accessible to everyone. We also offer payment plans and scholarships.
NCLEX Support
Job Placement Assistance
Affordable Tuition
Our goal is to help you prepare for your licensure exam by providing the tools you need to review materials, tackle difficult subjects, and build confidence.
Simulation Lab
Job Placement Assistance
Job Placement Assistance
Our campus is equipped with advanced simulation labs, ensuring that our students are prepared for real-life nursing scenarios.
Job Placement Assistance
Job Placement Assistance
Job Placement Assistance
We provide job placement assistance to our graduates. Our career services team will help you find employment in the nursing field.
Curriculum
Program Description
The Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program is designed to provide educational and clinical experiences leading to employment in entry-level positions as Registered Nurses in hospitals or comparable facilities. The ADN program focuses on wellness of self and others, technical nursing skills across the life span in acute care facilities, long-term care facilities and the community environment, critical care concepts, and professional development.
Upon completion of all the requirements, students are awarded an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) to become a Registered Nurse (RN), and subsequently seek employment in the field.
Program Objectives
The ADN program is designed to prepare students to:
- Utilize critical thinking, the nursing process, and evidence-based practice to deliver best practice for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provide quality, safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care through teamwork and collaboration.
- Use knowledge, skills, and attitude/emotional intelligence to assure coordination and continuity of care for patients across the lifecycle in a variety of healthcare settings from preventive- to end-of-life care.
- Understand the application of quality data and metrics as an opportunity to benchmark care delivery.
- Integrate culturally competent decision making accomplished through communication, collaboration, and mutual respect for patients, significant others, and the interprofessional care management team.
- Incorporate legal and ethical guidelines into practice and promote lifelong learning and professionalism through consensus building and conflict resolution.
- Use technology to reduce error, remain current, educate patients and nurses, communicate essential information, and document care.
Program Breakdown
Core Nursing Courses
Fundamentals of Nursing Lecture, Lab & Clinical
Pharmacology I
Pharmacology II
Psychiatric Nursing Lecture & Clinical
Med Surg Nursing I Lecture, Lab & Clinical
Med Surg Nursing II Lecture, Lab & Clinical
Maternal-Pediatric Nursing Lecture, Lab & Clinical
Nursing Leadership
Nursing Preceptorship/Practicum Clinical
Nursing Capstone
Total 46 Credits
General Education
English Composition I
College Algebra
Critical Thinking
General Psychology
Human Anatomy & Physiology I + Lab
Human Anatomy & Physiology II + Lab
Human Growth & Development
Microbiology
Elements of Nutrition
Total 28 Credits
Clinical Requirements
We believe that hands-on experience is essential to becoming a successful nurse. That's why we partner with some of the top healthcare providers in the region to provide our students with the opportunity to gain real-world experience and build their skills.
Your clinical experiences are among the most exciting and impactful parts of your education. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to the Associate Degree in Nursing program must:
- Submit a completed application for admission
- Participate in an admissions interview arranged by an admissions advisor.
- Present evidence of a high school diploma or GED.
- Pass a Florida Department of Law Enforcement Level 2 Background Check and Drug Screen.
- Provide proof of current certification by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Affiliated Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card with Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers.
- Provide evidence of a passing score on an entrance exam is required for admission to the Practical Nursing and Associate Degree in Nursing programs, unless otherwise approved by the Director of Nursing. Associate of Science in Nursing (RN) = 58%
- Complete an enrollment agreement (must be signed by a parent or guardian if the applicant is under 18 years of age)
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