The LPN Mobility option allows qualified licensed practical nurses to complete their Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) by entering into the third term of the ASN program. Graduates of the ASN program meet the requirements set by the New Mexico State Board of Nursing to take the NCLEX-RN licensing examination. Specific terms of licensure can be obtained through the New Mexico Board of Nursing.
Application Process: Students must meet all requirements into the nursing program including: high school graduate or equivalent, a cumulative CNM GPA of 2.5 or higher and all prerequisite coursework must be complete with a letter grade of “C’ or better. Students must submit official transcripts of previous practical nursing education in a vocational school or college. These transcripts must be sent directly to the CNM records department. It is strongly advised that student interested in this entry option contact the Academic Advisement Office at (505) 224-4321.
Please note the following:
For CNM PN graduates (within the last three years)-students do not need NURS 2074, NURS 1007, NURS 2002. The only requirement is proof of licensure and documentation of 1,000 hours of work as an LPN.
For CNM PN graduates (over three years) or non-CNM graduates –students must take NURS 2074, NURS 1007, and NURS 2002, prior to starting NURS 2580. Students must also show proof of licensure and provide documentation of working 1,000 hours in the past two years as an LPN.
Students are responsible for any transportation associated with the course. Students should also be aware that there may be afternoon, evening, and weekend clinical obligations scheduled.
Students are responsible for the expenses of the physical exam, immunizations, fingerprinting, a watch with a second hand, pen light, uniform, textbooks, and licensing exam fees.
Effective Fall 2010, Nursing is now a limited-entry program. To be eligible to declare Nursing as a major, students must be eligible to complete the “Application Process” as outlined in the Catalog. At the time of application, the student must declare Nursing as a major.
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