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Dobson Rd Mesa, AZ 85202  \nPhone  \n480 644  \n0267  \nProgram Director: Jennifer Morelli, MSN-Ed, RN Clinical Director: Heather Kose, MSN-Ed, RN  \nCampus Director: Todd Matthews  \nAdmission Representative: Niel Hernandez  \nBrian Chavez Reggie Martin Nathan Buck  \nAssociate Degree Nursing Program  \nNursing Program  \nTable of Contents  \nWELCOME 4  \nADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS 5  \nADMISSIONS OVERVIEW: 5  \nAREAS EVALUATED DURING INTERVIEW: 5  \nINTERVIEW HINTS: 6  \nTRANSFER CREDITS: 6  \nTECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS: 6  \nABOUT PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE 7  \nPMI MISSION STATEMENT: 7  \nWHY PIMA MEDICAL INSTITUTE? 7  \nSTUDENT SUPPORT: 7  \nINSTITUTIONAL ACCREDITATION: 7  \nABOUT THE PROFESSION 8  \nPROFESSION DESCRIPTION: 8  \nLICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: 8  \nABOUT THE PROGRAM 9  \nPROGRAM DESCRIPTION: 9  \nPROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT: 9  \nPROGRAM PHILOSOPHY: 9  \nPROGRAM GOALS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES: 9  \nPROGRAM ACCREDITATION: 10  \nABHES RETENTION RATE, EXAM PASS RATE, EMPLOYMENT/PLACEMENT RATE: 10  \nCURRICULUM 11  \nCOURSE DESCRIPTIONS: 11  \nSKILLS COMPETENCIES AND LAB COMPLETION: 12  \nCLINICAL REQUIREMENTS: 12  \nPROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: 13  \nGRADES: 13  \nPROGRAM PROGRESSION AND REQUIREMENTS: 13  \nPMI RECOGNIZED HOLIDAYS: 13  \nANTICIPATED SCHEDULE: 14  \nPROJECTED COSTS 15  \nPROJECTED COSTS: 15  \nPOTENTIAL ADDITIONAL FEES: 15  \nUNIFORMS: 15  \nCLINICAL EXPENSES: 15  \nLICENSURE/CERTIFICATION TESTING: 16  \nFINANCIAL AID: 16  \nPROFESSIONALISM 17  \nPROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR: 17  \nNursing Program  \nDRESS CODE: 17  \nACADEMIC INTEGRITY: 17  \nADDITIONAL POLICIES 18  \nBACKGROUND CHECK/DRUG SCREEN: 18  \nNON-DISCRIMINATION: 18  \nCOMPLAINT PROCESS AND GRIEVANCE POLICY: 18  \nPREGNANCY: 19  \nHEALTH AND SAFETY 20  \nVACCINATIONS/IMMUNIZATIONS: 20  \nHEALTH INSURANCE: 20  \nUNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS/BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS: 20  \nINFECTIOUS DISEASE: 21  \nCPR REQUIREMENTS: 21  \nTECHNICAL STANDARDS: 21  \nESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR THE REGISTERED NURSE 21  \nAPPENDIX A 23  \nCALENDAR FOR SUCCESS: 23  \nAPPENDIX B 26  \nFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 26  \nNursing Program  \nWelcome  \nDear Nursing Program Candidate,  \nThank you for your interest in the Associate Degree Nursing Program (ADN) at Pima Medical Institute (PMI) . Nursing is a rewarding career in the healthcare field. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for registered nurses is expected to grow. Nurses provide care, educate patients on health concerns and provide advice and support to patients and their families. Careers in nursing offer flexibility and job security. A variety of shifts are available to fit the busiest of lifestyles. Nurses also have the opportunity to work in diverse patient care areas such as labor and delivery, pediatrics, geriatrics, surgery, trauma and more.  \nYour decision to invest you and your family’s time, energy, and commitment to becoming a Registered Nurse is commendable. The faculty and staff at Pima Medical Institute are here to help you achieve that goal. We are confident that you have the study habits, family support, flexibility, and emotional stability to complete the rigorous coursework in this program. You will experience a sense of pride and value like no other. Being a nurse is a privilege that must be earned through hard work, long hours, and a commitment to being the best.  \nAs a prospective student we would like to provide you with some information regarding the program. The institutional academic catalog and addendum provide general PMI information and may be accessed electronically through the PMI website: [https://pmi.edu/admissions](https://pmi.edu/admissions)financial-aid/academic-catalog/ . However, this guide includes information specific to the program, including program goals/objectives, admission requirements, licensing information, program outcomes, clinical affiliation","cbCaib2xvk3xAu1l","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaib2xvk3xAu1l","pdf",483885,27,"English","# Welcome\n# Admissions Requirements\n## Admissions Overview\n## Areas Evaluated During Interview\n## Interview Hints\n## Transfer Credits\n## Technology Requirements\n# About the Profession\n## Profession Description\n## Licensure/Certification\n# About the Program\n## Program Description\n## Program Goals and Learning Outcomes\n## Curriculum\n## Projected Costs\n# Financial Aid\n# Frequently Asked Questions","[{\"question\":\"What are the main admissions exam requirements for the ADN program?\",\"answer\":\"Prospective students must meet entrance exam requirements including a minimum Wonderlic score of 23 and a minimum Math test score of 80% (24 out of 30). 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