School of Practical Nursing Program
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Please Note: The LPN program will be accepting applications for the
2008-2009 school year until May 23, 2008. |
Based upon its mission and in harmony with its philosophy, the School of Practical Nursing aims to achieve the following goals, preparing Graduate Practical Nurses who will:
- function as beginning practitioners under the supervision of a registered nurse within structured acute, intermediate, long term and ambulatory health care facilities.
- be accountable for personal and professional behavior and growth.
- have respect for human rights, social justice and the dignity of all individuals, sick or well.
- contribute to the health and welfare of the community.
Curriculum
The curriculum of Holy Name Hospital School of Practical Nursing is developed in accordance with the philosophy and goals of the school and provides for the education of the student as a practical nurse and as a person. The program extends over the period of one year. The curriculum design is based on a synthesis of constructs, definitions and propositions from Orem’s self-care theory. The nursing courses involve classroom instruction as well as clinical experiences. The clinical experiences are supervised by the faculty of the School of Practical Nursing.
Financial Aid
The School participates in the Stafford and PLUS Loan programs, the Pell Grant, and VA Benefits.
For more information, please email school@holyname.org or telephone (201) 833-3005.
The Holy Name Hospital School of Nursing - Practical Nursing Program is Accredited by:
New Jersey Board of Nursing
124 Halsey Street
Newark, NJ 07101
973-504-6430
Website: www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/medical/nursing.htm
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