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Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Diploma Program

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Train to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN)

Study close to home at our campus in Ramsey, Hackensack, and Nutley
Learn how to take vital signs, make physical assessments of patients, administer medication, and provide intravenous therapy
Eastwick College was recently ranked in top 3% of nation’s nursing schools by Nursing Almanac

Our nursing program fully prepares you to begin a career as a licensed practical nurse. We stand out from many other nursing schools in the area as we provide clinical rotations for all of our LPN students as part of their schedule.

The LPN program at Eastwick College features specialized lab setting classrooms that are designed to emulate many of the conditions and procedures you’ll encounter in your new career as a nurse. Skills covered in hands-on training approach include: vital signs, ambulation and transfer assistance of patients, physical assessment, wound care, tracheostomy care, ostomy management, intravenous therapy, cauterization, and medication administration.

Catalog Excerpt

The objective of the Licensed Practical Nursing Science program is to prepare an individual to enter the medical field in the capacity of an entry-level licensed practical nurse (LPN). Opportunities exist in the hospital setting, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, subacute facilities, school nursing, adult day health care centers, and home care.
Upon successful completion of the program, Eastwick College will award the student a Diploma in Licensed Practical Nursing.

While we strive to provide students with the best tools to prepare for their careers, we cannot and do not guarantee employment.

Credentialing organization may change requirements without notice.

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FAQs: Licensed Practical Nursing

What are the responsibilities of a Licensed Practical Nurse?

Hands-on patient care under the direction of an RN or physician. You’ll monitor health changes, give medications, dress wounds, and support daily living. LPNs work in hospitals, clinics, and long term care, but the day to day always comes back to safety and comfort.

What is required to become a licensed LPN?

Finish a state approved program, complete infection control coursework, and pass the NCLEX-PN. Many states also run a background check and may require extra training modules. Check your board early so nothing delays your license.

Are there federal standards that guide practical nursing?

State boards set scope, but you still follow big rules like HIPAA for privacy and OSHA for safe workplaces. If you work in a federally funded facility you may take additional compliance training.

What are the career prospects for LPNs?

Steady. Demand is strong in long term care, rehab, outpatient clinics, and home health. Those settings rely on LPNs for consistent bedside care.

Is financial aid available for students in this program?

Often, yes. Students may qualify for Pell Grants, federal loans, or healthcare-specific scholarships. Some states provide added grants to support nursing education where the need for staff is greatest.