Practical Nursing
This program prepares graduates to become practical nurses.
Graduates are eligible to take the NCLEX-PN Board examination.
Why study with us?
This program at American Healthcare Institute includes but is not limited to theoretical instruction, clinical experience and clinical simulation in medical-surgical nursing, pharmacology and medication administration, geriatric and long-term care nursing, and obstetrical and pediatric nursing.
Studying practical nursing offers a path to healthcare, with hands-on experience and a chance to positively impact patients’ lives. It provides a stepping stone for further nursing education and career growth.
Nowadays, the demand for practical nurses is high, ensuring job stability and competitive salaries. It’s a rewarding field that fosters personal fulfillment and continuous learning, contributing to both healthcare teams and patients’ well-being.
Licensed Practical Nursing Program Outcome Competencies
- Demonstrate behaviors that comply with rules and statutes set forth in the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Florida.
- Apply nursing principles to meet the daily physical, social and psychological needs of the patient.
- Perform nursing measures with accuracy, safety and efficiency, consistent with current nursing concepts and practices in different healthcare settings.
- Function as a responsible member of the nursing team concerned with basic therapeutic, rehabilitative, and preventative care for persons of all ages and diverse cultures.
- Demonstrate professional competencies consistent with the practical nursing code of ethics.
- Perform organizational skills in following the patient’s plan of care in completing patient care assignments.
- Assist in the restorative care for patients with specific needs to reach their optimal level of independence.
Course Outline
| Program Set | ||||
| Title | Credits | Course Type | Total hours | Course |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Terminology | 45 | 0 | 45 | PN 101 |
| Introduction to Nursing | 50 | 50 | 100 | PN 102 |
| Long Term Care Nursing Assistant | 75 | 35 | 110 | PN 103 |
| Anatomy and Physiology | 90 | 0 | 90 | PN 104 |
| Fundamentals of Nursing | 80 | 80 | 160 | PN 105 |
| Pharmacology and Intravenous Therapy Skills | 40 | 50 | 90 | PN 106 |
| Medical Surgical Nursing I | 90 | 140 | 230 | PN 107 |
| Medical Surgical Nursing II | 90 | 140 | 230 | PN 108 |
| Maternal Newborn Nursing | 30 | 45 | 75 | PN 109 |
| Pediatric Nursing | 30 | 45 | 75 | PN 110 |
| Mental Health Concepts | 20 | 50 | 70 | PN 111 |
| Community Health | 10 | 20 | 30 | PN 112 |
| Transition to Practice | 20 | 45 | 45 | PN 113 |
