Practical Nursing

(PN)

12 Months – 1350 Clock Hours

The Practical Nursing (PN) program prepares graduates to use specialized knowledge, skills and essential competencies to meet the health needs of clients in a variety of healthcare delivery systems under the direction of a qualified health professional. The student will be prepared for entry level practical nursing positions as a licensed practical nurse.

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will be able to:

• Use the Integrated Processes throughout the care of the client
• Contribute to the enhancement of the health care delivery setting and protects clients and health care personnel
• Provide nursing care that incorporates knowledge of expected growth development, and prevention and/or early detection of health problems
• Assist with promotion and support of emotional, mental, and social wellbeing of clients
• Assist promotion of physical health and well-being by providing care and comfort, reducing risk potential for clients, and assist with management of health alternations
• Demonstrate core competencies related to delivery of nursing care to clients across the lifespan
• Obtain licensure as a practical nurse