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Evanid Nieves

es docente de Enfermería profesional/vocacional certificada en el Centro Job Corps de Arecibo. Su formación y experiencia en el campo de la enfermería son el complemento perfecto para ayudar a sus estudiantes con las funciones, responsabilidades y tareas a realizar en el campo de la enfermería práctica. Las habilidades de Evanid permiten a sus estudiantes aprender eficazmente los procesos sanitarios requeridos. Ella promueve, asiste y evalúa las prácticas clínicas de los estudiantes en centros de prácticas y laboratorios simulados. Es licenciada en microbiología industrial y en ciencias y tiene certificaciones en oncología y epidemiología.

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Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

On the job, you will ...

  • Provide basic medical care under the supervision of doctors and registered nurses 
  • Perform medical care tasks, including changing bandages and inserting catheters 
  • Monitor patient health 
  • Discuss care with patients 
  • Report on patient status and concern to doctors and nurses 

 

Some of the career options you will have ...

Individuals with their licensed practical/vocational nurse credentials often work with doctors and registered nurses in hospitals and physicians’ offices to perform important health care tasks.  

Licensed practical/vocational nurses are required to pass a state licensing exam in order to practice as a licensed practical/vocational nurse. On the job, this position requires integrity, dependability, attention to detail, concern for others and cooperation. 

Many individuals pursue further education, such as earning their registered nurse credentials or bachelor’s degree in nursing. 

 

The credentials you will earn ...

In the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program, you will earn nationally recognized credentials and a state-issued credential/license. 

  • LVPN state certification 

Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program. 

What you’ll need to start training ...

  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers) 
  • Completion of all introductory and career preparation courses 
  • Passing scores on all written and performance tests 
  • Meet academic (math and reading) requirements 
  • Compliance with state requirements that may involve a criminal background check 

 

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65,146
Industry

Health Care

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Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses provide basic medical care under the supervision of doctors and Registered Nurses

National Rate Avg Value
51,688
National Rate Min Value
41,309