Practical Nursing - North Iowa Area Community College

Practical Nursing from North Iowa Area Community College is a Campus Certificate Nursing Practice degree that prepares you for a Nursing career. Practical Nursing is designed to prepare individuals to work in nursing situations which are relatively stable and unchanging. They are also prepared to assist experienced registered nurses and physicians in nursing situations that are complex and changing. Individuals considering enrollment or currently enrolled in the nursing program should be aware that prior felony convictions may prohibit eligibility for licensure upon completion of the program. Upon satisfactory completion of the prescribed curriculum, a diploma is awarded and the graduate is eligible for the NCLEX-PN exam. After passing this examination, the graduate receives licensed practical nurse status and is prepared to work in a beginning licensed practical nurse position under the supervision of qualified personnel. The program is approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing . Career Opportunities Licensed Practical Nurses work indoors for: Hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and other healthcare facilities Health maintenance organizations Private doctors??? offices Public health agencies Home healthcare services Government agencies Welfare and religious organizations Nurses registries and temporary health agencies Private duty Licensed Practical Nurses work with: Patients and their families Thermometers, stethoscopes, and other medical equipment Bandages, catheters, and other medical supplies Patients??? records and charts Various types of medication Physicians??? orders Appointment books View more details on North Iowa Area Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Nursing Practice courses.