The Practical Nursing program will teach students how to provide basic bedside care such as that is vital in providing care to each patient you are in contact with. As Practical Nurse students are expected to perform intake of vital signs consisting of temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration; proper procedures for the collection of samples for testing; perform routine laboratory tests; and how to administer medications. As a Practical Nursing student, evaluating the patient’s needs is important, helping to develop a precise care plan for your patients all while being supervised by the registered nurse and directed by the physician. The course work and training will prepare students to successfully take the NCLEX-PN Licensing exam.

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