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Concorde Staff

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Updated June 25, 2018. The information contained in this blog is current and accurate as of this date.
Practical Nurse cares for patient in bed

Are you looking for a face paced, in-demand, exciting career where you can feel as though you're making a difference? Would an accelerated nursing program that can be completed under two years interest you? We may have a solution for you: Becoming a nurse

While most of the general public would easily name nursing as a health care career path, they may not be familiar with the different types of nursing program. Along with registered nurses, a patient may also be cared for by a licensed practical nurse, also called vocational nursing.

 

Are you considering becoming a licensed practical nurse?

 

The decision to become a nurse, such as an LPN, has many different implications and should not be made impulsively. Perhaps you have searched for "LPN schools near me," and have come up empty or are unsure of whether the programs you have found will fit your learning style and career goals.

While there are many different Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) programs, Concorde's LPN program is one that can be completed in as few as 13 months and prepares graduates to sit for the NCLEX-PN exam. In your search for "LPN schools near me," give Concorde a look. You will find our curriculum gives students a blend of academic background and understanding, as well as providing hands-on practical training.

 

What are the duties of a licensed practical nurse?

 

Will you enjoy a career as an LPN? Under the direction of a registered nurse and doctor, a licensed practical nurse provides basic care to patients of all ages in a number of different settings, from hospitals to nursing facilities to private practices. Every state has its own regulations when it comes to the exact duties and tasks that an LPN is authorized to perform. Typically an LPN job description includes things like:

  • Measuring vital signs
  • Collecting fluid samples
  • Administering intravenous medications
  • Dressing wounds
  • Maintaining patient records
  • Observing patients' reactions to medications
  • Assisting patients with personal hygiene

 

With baby boomers set to retire, the demand for qualified entry-level nurses can be expected to increase at a higher than normal rate, which means nurses possess a rare and marketable skill that might serve them well for years to come. The chance to work in a variety of different industries is especially appealing.

LPN schools might be perfect for individuals who want to get their foot in the door and work in health care without committing to years inside a classroom.

 

Start your LPN program today

 

Let Concorde show you how we can provide the right LPN program for you by contacting us today. We can get you from classroom to job in as few as 13 months!

Take The Next Step Towards a Brighter Future

Interested in learning more about our Practical / Vocational Nursing program? We have a Concorde representative ready to talk about what matters most to you. Get answers about start dates, curriculum, financial aid, scholarships and more!

  1. Program length may be subject to change dependent on transfer credits and course load. Please refer to current course catalog for more information. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount.

  2. Professional certification is not a requirement for graduation, may not be a requirement for employment nor does it guarantee employment.

  3. Financial aid is available to those who qualify but may not be available for all programs. Concorde does not guarantee financial aid or scholarship awards or amounts.

  4. Clinical hour requirements and delivery may vary by campus location and may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee clinical site assignments based upon student preference or geographic convenience; nor do clinical experiences guarantee graduation, post-clinical employment or salary outcomes.

  5. Registration and certification requirements for taking and passing these examinations are not controlled by Concorde, but by outside agencies, and are subject to change by the agency without notice. Therefore, Concorde cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take these exams, at all or at any specific time, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.

  6. Externships are a non-paid in-person learning experience, whose length and location may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee externship placement, graduation, post-externship employment or salary outcomes.