Yes. The Transition Option is offered for these individuals. The Transition Program admits students only in the Summer Term of each academic year.

A nurse practitioner is an expanded nursing role. As an advanced practice nurse, nurse practitioners have greater autonomy than a staff nurse. All NPs have a RN license with additional NP certification and a M.S. degree. NPs assume many roles but most are involved in providing primary care including diagnosis and treatment management from a holistic perspective. You have two options at Simmons--the RN-B.S.N. See similar questions...

Most reputable companies would have a licensed nurse on staff to assure that proper guiding principles are being followed in the best interest of the client. See similar questions...

Absolutely. There are many opportunities for LPNs to move up the education ladder to becoming an RN. Both associate's degree (ADN) and bachelor's degree (BSN) programs are widely available. Many even offer credit for your LPN education. Yes. Simply check the licensing requirements for the state you plan to work it. Feel free to use this list of state boards of nursing as a reference. See similar questions...

A nurse practitioner (aka NP or APRN) is a registered nurse with additional education so that (s)he can assess, counsel and prescribe medication to patients as needed. NP's work with the doctors at Health Services. See similar questions...

Upon successful completion of the BSN program, the State Board of Nursing reviews the records of graduates to determine eligibility to take the NCLEX-RN exam. The State Board of Nursing retains the right to deny a graduate permission to take the exam if he/she has been convicted of a crime. A registered nurse license is awarded following the passing of the NCLEX. See similar questions...

You will need one year of current experience at an acute care facility in the specialty area desired for your future travel assignment before you can travel with Advantage RN. See similar questions...

Licensed practical nurses provide nursing care in structured settings under the supervision of a registered nurse. LPN's cannot administer IVs until they are Intravenous Certified. Registered nurses practice in a wide variety of settings. See similar questions...

Students are admitted into the PN program Spring and Autumn quarters. Students admitted into the Spring quarter cohort will have their first practical nursing courses the following Summer quarter; students admitted into the Autumn cohort will have their first nursing courses the following Winter quarter. See similar questions...

Go to our Jobline for a listing of nursing positions available. Scroll down the page to complete and submit an online employment application form. See similar questions...

Membership in ARN is open to RNs and other interested individuals engaged in or concerned with the active practice of rehabilitation nursing. Voting membership is limited to RNs, but licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) are encouraged to join the association, take advantage of programs and services, and enjoy all the other benefits of membership. See similar questions...

One difference is the schooling. LVN’s typically go to school for one year and RN’s typically go to school from 2-4 years depending on whether you are going for an Associates degree in Nursing or a Bachelors degree in nursing. LVN’s and RN’s also have different responsibilities. The LVN delivers care to the bedside, in hospitals, clinics and home care. The RN delivers, plans, and manages care of clients in acute care and specialty areas. See similar questions...

The RN (Registered Nurse) is the title for all levels of nursing starting with the ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing). Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) are not registered nurses. The ADN (the A.S., Associate in Science or Associate Degree in Nursing) is the entry level of the Registered Nurse. See similar questions...

Dorothy House Nurse Specialists were previously known as Macmillan Nurses and have an identical role. The name was changed for practical and financial reasons, as many donations intended for Dorothy House were made out to Macmillan Cancer Care, which does not fund this service in the area we serve. See similar questions...

Practical nurse courses may be scheduled Monday through Friday from 4:00pm ? 10:00pm and on Saturdays and Sundays from 7am ? 5pm. See similar questions...

Yes, the PN courses are sequential. If a student has to skip a quarter because of an emergency or an unforeseen event, the student is considered out of sequence and will need to meet with the program coordinator before reapplying to the PN program. See similar questions...

Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) provide hands-on healtcare in settings such as hospitals, doctors offices, homes and long-term care facilities such as nursing homes. Practical nurses work under the supervision of doctors and registered nurses as members of the health care team. The nursing field is well-suited to caring, responsible people who enjoy helping others, possess good interpersonal skills and enjoy working in a team-oriented atmosphere. See similar questions...

The placing of leads and performing an EKG is within the scope of practice of an LPN, however, reading or interpreting the results of an EKG are not within the scope of an LPN. CRS 12-38-117(1)(c) gives the Board statutory authority to discipline any nurse upon evidence that the person has willfully or negligently acted in a manner inconsistent with the health or safety of a person under his care. See similar questions...