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Practical Nursing Program at Carrington College
Practical Nurse jobs expected to increase 21% by 2018!*
Practical nurses care for patients at an essential level; they provide simple nursing care for patients experiencing common, well-defined health problems in settings like residential care facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, doctors’ offices and clinics, or home health care. The Carrington College Practical Nursing certificate program prepares students to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN), and for entry-level employment under the guidance of a registered nurse or licensed physician.
Our Practical Nursing program can provide students the hands-on nursing experience they need to help them succeed in their career as a practical nurse (also known as a vocational nurse in some states). If you’re trying to find a nursing school, you should consider a Carrington College Practical Nursing education because:
- Our program combines academic and clinical training which prepares students for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN)
- Our knowledgeable, passionate instructors prepare students for the real-world challenges they may face
Learn a healthy set of skills on our Practical Nursing program
Students who study our Practical Nursing certificate should leave Carrington College with the skills and knowledge to provide basic bedside care to patients; they will be able to assist patients who need help with eating, bathing, dressing, and with personal hygiene. They can learn how to measure and record patients’ vital signs, to prepare and give injections, to dress wounds, and collect samples for testing.
Our practical nurse training provides graduates with a foundation for the continued learning necessary for success as a practical nurse. Once students successfully complete the Carrington College Practical Nursing certificate program, they should have the skills and the confidence to:
- Demonstrate their academic readiness to take the NCLEX-PN exam
- Implement the nursing process in providing care for patients in a variety of clinical settings
- Display their proficiency in critical thinking and information management
Become a Practical Nurse and give your career a shot in the arm
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of licensed practical nurses is expected to grow 21 percent between 2008 and 2018, that’s much faster than the average for all occupations.* If you want a heath care career where you can help physicians and care for patients, then a career as a practical nurse is a great place to start. Isn’t it time you discovered the world of nursing? Talk to a Carrington College Admissions Representative today.
The Carrington College Practical Nursing program is available at our Boise, ID, and Portland, OR campuses, and culminates in a Certificate of Achievement in Practical Nursing. Program availability varies by location. Note that admission to, or graduation from, our Nursing program does not guarantee obtaining a license or certificate to practice nursing. Licensure and certification requirements are the exclusive responsibility of the State Board of Nursing.
* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook (2010-11 Ed.).
