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PROGRAM NAME:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
SBO LEVEL:
3
DURATION:
3 Years
SCHEDULE:
Day Classes Only
The SBO Level 3 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program at NIPA blends nursing theory, clinical reasoning, and hands-on skills to prepare students for professional nursing practice. Emphasizing ethical standards, problem-solving, and compassionate care, the program builds a
strong foundation in both the physical and social sciences. Graduates are awarded an SBO Level 3 diploma upon successful completion of academic and clinical requirements and are eligible to matriculate into the Registered Nurse (SBO Level 4) Program.
LPNs provide direct patient care under supervision, performing tasks such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs, supporting daily living activities, and documenting care. They uphold ethical and legal standards, educate patients, and communicate effectively with
healthcare teams to ensure safe, coordinated care.
LPNs manage a wide range of care needs within a defined scope of practice. They must prioritize tasks, apply clinical reasoning, and recognize when to escalate care, all while working in fast-paced environments that demand precision, empathy, and adaptability.
Students develop practical and professional nursing skills, such as, but not limited to:
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Clinical procedures (e.g., wound care, vital signs, medication administration)
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Individualized, culturally responsive patient care
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Therapeutic and interdisciplinary communication
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Application of the nursing process within LPN scope
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Ethical decision-making and legal accountability
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Patient health education and self-care support
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Use of electronic health records and healthcare technologies
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Effective team collaboration and task delegation
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Participation in quality improvement initiatives
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Lifelong learning and reflective practice
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Graduates can pursue roles in hospitals, clinics, long-term care, and community health as:
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Home Care Nurse
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Clinic Assistant
The program also supports further education, including entry into the RN (SBO Level 4) Program, leading toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or advanced roles.
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The program integrates classroom learning, skill labs, and clinical placements to ensure real-world readiness. Students demonstrate competence in:
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Safe, patient-centered care
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Effective communication and teamwork
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Use of the nursing process
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Ethical and legal practice
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Health promotion and patient education
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Quality and safety in care delivery
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Proficient use of healthcare technologies
By program completion, graduates are equipped to provide safe, competent, and compassionate nursing care and to grow professionally in the evolving healthcare landscape.
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Licensed Practical Nurse
