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Practical Nursing
Discover the best nursing education and training at Renaissance Career Institute. Learn from experienced professionals and gain hands-on experience to excel in your career.
Become an LPN in 1 Year
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If you're considering a career in nursing, deciding on the type of nurse to become is an initial step. Many aspiring nurses opt for the entry-level Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) pathway. LPNs are tasked with basic patient care duties and ensuring patient comfort, operating under the guidance of Registered Nurses (RNs) and other healthcare professionals. For those eager to enter the nursing field swiftly and cost-effectively, pursuing an LPN role could be an ideal choice.
Want to become an LPN
Schedule a visit to our campus and meet with faculty, current students, and admissions staff to learn more about becoming an LPN.
LPN Program Overview
12 MONTHS
12 MONTHS
12 MONTHS
Earn your LPN in as few as 12 months Start working as a nurse as soon as possible.
HYBRID
12 MONTHS
12 MONTHS
With both campus-based and online course options, our programs accommodate your lifestyle.
DIPLOMA
12 MONTHS
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This program is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing (FBON). Graduates are eligible to apply to write the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-PN).
Learn About LPN Careers
What is an LPN
An LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) provides vital care to patients, which includes assistance with eating, dressing, and bathing. They support Registered Nurses (RNs) and doctors by maintaining detailed records, ensuring clear communication within the care team, and helping patients and their families comprehend medical procedures and care for ill relatives. While some nurses choose to remain LPNs throughout their careers, this role can also serve as a valuable stepping stone for advancing one's education and achieving a higher salary as a Registered Nurse (RN).
What Do LPNs Do
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are vital to hospitals, nursing homes, doctors' offices, and various healthcare settings. They also offer personalized, one-on-one care to individuals. In their daily duties, LPNs deliver crucial nursing services to patients, including feeding, bathing, monitoring vital signs, and administering medications. Additionally, LPNs frequently serve as the initial point of contact for patients' families, tasked with clarifying procedures and care plans.
What Skills Do LPNs Need
LPNs must interact effectively with RNs, doctors, patients, and their families, necessitating strong communication skills to convey critical information both effectively and empathetically. Good bedside manners are integral to care provision and comforting patients. The most dedicated LPNs possess a true passion for helping others.
As an LPN, robust organizational skills are also essential. Nursing is a demanding, fast-paced profession that relies on efficient information management and multitasking. Without a solid organizational system, the risk of becoming overwhelmed and making errors increases.
Most crucially, LPNs must tolerate blood, bodily fluids, and the various aspects of human anatomy they will encounter. This role is not suited for everyone, and recognizing one's own limitations is vital.
How to Become an LPN
1. Enroll & Complete an LPN Training Program
RCI's LPN program prepares students to provide safe and effective care of the client across their lifespan. This program is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing.
2. Take & Pass the NCLEX-PN Exam
Before you can start working as an LPN you must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN exam). At RCI our programs are designed to prepare you to successfully challenge the NCLEX-PN.
3. Start your LPN Career
You can start applying for LPN jobs and begin your career as an LPN. Our team can support you with your job search.
Career Outlook
For those seeking to forge a rewarding career without extensive education, becoming an LPN is a viable option.
The demand for LPNs is expected the grow by 5% (faster the average) by 2032.
In 2023, the median annual salary for an LPN, as reported by the BLS, was $59,730.
Renaissance Career Institute - Preparing the Next Generation
Small Class Sizes
Clinical Rotations
Clinical Rotations
Our classes are small to ensure that our students receive personalized attention and support from our faculty.
Clinical Rotations
Clinical Rotations
Clinical Rotations
We provide clinical rotations to our students so they can gain practical experience and be ready for the workforce.
Affordable Tuition
Clinical Rotations
Affordable Tuition
We offer affordable tuition rates to make our nursing programs accessible to everyone. We also offer payment plans and scholarships.
NCLEX Support
Job Placement Assistance
Affordable Tuition
Our goal is to help you prepare for your licensure exam by providing the tools you need to review materials, tackle difficult subjects, and build confidence.
Simulation Lab
Job Placement Assistance
Job Placement Assistance
Our campus is equipped with advanced simulation labs, ensuring that our students are prepared for real-life nursing scenarios.
Job Placement Assistance
Job Placement Assistance
Job Placement Assistance
We provide job placement assistance to our graduates. Our career services team will help you find employment in the nursing field.
Curriculum
Program Description
This program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for developing effective communication, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and teamwork/collaboration skills which will prepare the graduate to care for individuals, families, and communities as entry level Practical Nurse in a variety of healthcare setting.
The Practical Nursing program prepares the student to become a valuable member of a healthcare team, working under the supervision of an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Registered Nurse, Licensed Physician, Licensed Dentist, or other Practitioner. Upon successful completion of the requirements of the program, students must sit for a comprehensive predictor exit exam on the main campus. Students must pass with a 75% rate for a
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satisfactory probability of passing the new National Council Licensure Exam, NGN (NCLEX-PN) on the first attempt. Upon successful completion of the requirements, the student will receive a diploma as a Practical Nurse.
Program Objectives
The LPN program is designed to prepare students to:
- Provide safe, quality, evidence-based, patient-centered nursing care in a variety of healthcare settings to diverse patient populations across the lifespan.
- Engage in critical thinking to make patient-centered care decisions.
- Participate in quality improvement processes to improve patient care.
- Participate in collaboration and teamwork with members of the interdisciplinary team, the patient, and the patient’s support persons.
- Use information management principles, techniques, and systems, and patient care technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support the decision-making process.
- Assimilate management, legal, and ethical guidelines in practice as a professional nurse.
- Promote a culture of caring to provide holistic, compassionate patient care.
Courses
Medical Terminology
Introduction to Nursing
Long Term Care Nursing Assistant
Anatomy & Physiology
Fundamentals of Nursing
Pharmacology and Intravenous Therapy Skills
Mental Health Concepts
Medical Surgical Nursing I
Medical Surgical Nursing II
Pediatric Nursing
Community Health
Transition to Practice
Clinical Requirements
We believe that hands-on experience is essential to becoming a successful nurse. That's why we partner with some of the top healthcare providers in the region to provide our students with the opportunity to gain real-world experience and build their skills.
Your clinical experiences are among the most exciting and impactful parts of your education. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants to the Practical Nursing program must:
- Submit a completed application for admission
- Participate in an admissions interview arranged by an admissions advisor.
- Present evidence of a high school diploma or GED.
- Pass a Florida Department of Law Enforcement Level 2 Background Check and Drug Screen.
- Provide proof of current certification by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Affiliated Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card with Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers.
- Provide evidence of a passing score on an entrance exam is required for admission to the Practical Nursing and Associate Degree in Nursing programs, unless otherwise approved by the Director of Nursing. Associate of Science in Nursing (RN) = 58%
- Complete an enrollment agreement (must be signed by a parent or guardian if the applicant is under 18 years of age)
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