This course offers students updates in all major areas of nursing practice and includes 90 hours of clinical time.
A valid active Practical Nurse license or temporary license is required. A white uniform, shoes and a stethoscope are required for clinicals. The program fee covers the cost of supplies, criminal background check, drug screen and lab tests in the event of a needle stick or exposure to bodily fluids. There are additional fees payable to the New Mexico State Board of Nursing for licensure endorsement and reinstatement if a student’s nursing license has expired. Students enrolled in this program may not be eligible to receive financial aid or Veterans Administration benefits.
Graduates of this course have job opportunities in hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient clinics and with home health and hospice providers.
Course Prerequisite(s)
Participant must have successfully passed State Board Exams (NCLEX) and have a temporary or valid license to practice. Current BLS (CPR for healthcare professionals)
Students must meet prerequisites by placement scores or specific course work. Please see Course Descriptions for prerequisite(s) information.
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