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Practical Nursing (LPN) at Lorain County Community College

Practical Nursing (LPN)

at Lorain County Community College

Cleveland Catalog

Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) care for the sick, injured, convalescent and disabled under the direction of licensed physicians, dentists, podiatrists, optometrists or registered nurses. They work directly with patients to provide care such as taking vital signs, administering medications (where state law allows), applying dressings, collecting blood and fluid samples for laboratory testing, observing and recording the impact of treatments, and providing physical and emotional support.

Leads to

$59.8k careers

Costs

$6.2k

Takes

12 Months
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Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.

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Hourly Wage

$48,730

$59,790

$68,800

$23.43

$28.75

$33.08

Who do I Contact?

1005 N Abbe Rd
Elyria, OH 44035

Quick Facts

Location:  Elyria, OH

Type:  Short-term training 7+ months

Format:  In-Person

Hours:  Full-time

Age:  18 and up