St Paul College

Nursing Programs Offered

LPN Program Details

Under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians, licensed practical nurses may care for infants and mothers, children and adolescents, and young, middle and older adults. Using learned technical skills, practical nurses assist clients in meeting their physical and psychosocial needs. Licensed practical nurses administer medications and perform treatments.

What You'll Learn:

Basic therapeutic and preventive nursing care
Direct patient care
Medication knowledge and pharmaceutical interaction
Interpersonal communication
Critical thinking
Nursing process

What you'll need:

Patience
Good communication skills
Professional work ethic
Desire to work with people of all backgrounds
Flexibility

Career Settings:

Transitional Care
Long Term Care Facilities
Clinics/Urgent Care
In-home Care
Rehabilitation Units/Centers
Hospice

Additional Benefits:

Licensing or certification exams are independent of graduation requirements

-Clinical training gives students the opportunity to work in actual settings with assigned patients.
-Graduates of the Practical Nursing program usually have the choice of many immediate employment opportunities.
-Upon completion of the program, students are prepared to take the National Licensure Examination for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN).