If you already are an LPN then consider a PN – RN Associate Degree Bridge program to advance your career options by becoming an RN.
Are you a licensed practical nurse looking to advance your career? If so, then consider the PN – RN Associate Degree Bridge program at FORTIS. The FORTIS RN bridge program draws inspirational threads from the arts, the sciences and the human experience to prepare LPNs for greater opportunities in nursing. The education provides the knowledge and skills to function as an entry level registered nurse in a variety of settings. Upon graduation, you will be eligible to apply to sit for the NLCEX-RN examination to obtain licensure to become a registered nurse.
The FORTIS RN bridge program is designed for career-minded LPNs who may be unable to attend other programs because they work and can’t make the commitment often required to enroll in a traditional nursing program. So if you are a licensed practical nurse who has the desire to achieve bigger and better things in your nursing career, then contact FORTIS today for information on how to apply to enroll in our PN – RN Associate Degree Bridge program.
The differences between a Licensed Practical Nurse and a Registered Nurse, at first glance, may seem small. In reality, they are quite significant. And they can be summarized in one word: opportunity. A ladder of advancement for licensed practical nurses is a component of the program at FORTIS. RNs who have worked has PNs are often valued by employers because of the knowledge and experience they’ve previously gained on the job working with live patients and other health care professionals.
Our curriculum — taught by faculty who are nurse professionals — emphasizes evidence-based practice, critical-thinking skills and leadership development. As a leading nursing education provider, FORTIS campuses feature strong learning environments for students who will become tomorrow’s nurses. We teach with one of the largest networks of nursing simulation programs in the country, integrating i-Stan, birthing simulation and traditional skills labs into our curriculum at most campuses so FORTIS nursing graduates are prepared to serve their community and their patients with skill and compassion.
Programs vary by state and campus. Not all programs are offered at all locations. Contact local campus for accreditation information.
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