THE CNI VOCATIONAL NURSING SCHOOL ADVANTAGE
CNI College Has Averaged Over a 92% Passing Rate in the Past 4 Years
2012 Year NCLEX-PN Pass Rate is at 88%
12 Month Full Time or 19 Month Part Time Schedule Available
Approved by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians
Train for a Career at CNI College Vocational Nursing School Located in Orange County
CNI’s Vocational Nursing program provides students the knowledge and training, preparing graduates for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) to become an Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). CNI is an accredited nursing school in California, accredited by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) and Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
Preparation for your career starts today as a Vocational Nurse by calling 1-800-219-0634 or submitting your information in the form located in the upper right side of page.
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LVN/LPN Job openings are expected to increase by 22% by 2020!
Why Choose CNI College's Vocational Nursing Program?
- Graduates eligible & prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN)
- Learn and recieve vocational nursing training in our modern and up-to-date facilities
- Commitment to cultural diversity & the pursuit of lifelong learning and a physical surrounding conducive to learning
- Weekend classes available!
More than 92% of CNI Students pass the NCLEX Exam in last 4 years
| School Year | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 |
| CNI College | 88% | 97% | 92% | 94% |
Source: http://bvnpt.ca.gov/pdf/vn_pass_rates.pdf
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12 month Program Designed for Your Successful State ExamFederal Financial Aid Available to Those That QualifyGraduate Services*Career Planning* |
Located in Orange CountyDedicated Faculty and StaffFull Time or Part Time ScheduleDay, Evening and Weekend Classes |
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*CNI College does not guarantee employment.
**Source: US Department of Labor, Bureau of Statistics
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)?
- An LVN or LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) is an entry-level health care provider who provides basic bedside nursing care to patients under the direction of a physician or registered nurse. Utilizing scientific and technical expertise and manual skills, a licensed vocational nurse may perform basic hygiene and nursing care, measure patients' vital signs, perform basic patient assessment and documentation, perform prescribed medical treatments, administer prescribed medications, and perform non-medicated intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal (requires separate board certification).
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Is the Vocational Nursing Profession a growing career?
- Employment for the vocational nursing profession is expected to grow by 21% from 2008-2018, due to the general increase in demand for health care services, as well as the long-term care needs of the aging baby boomer population (adults born between 1946 and 1964). Job replacement needs will also be a source of new openings, as many LVNs leave the occupation permanently. Nursing homes, home health care services and community care facilities will offer the best job opportunities for licensed vocational nurses, since these facilities service most of the geriatric population. However, all health care settings will offer good job opportunities, with hospitals continuing to be one of the largest employers of LVNs. Some vocational nurses move on to become nurse practitioners, registered nurses, clinical nurse specialists, directors of nursing or advanced practice nurses and start as an LVN to enter the nursing field.
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What are the work conditions of an LVN?
- Licensed vocational nurses generally work 40 hours a week, with about 18% working part-time in 2008, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Since patients need 24-hour care, LVNs may work nights, weekends, and holidays. Work conditions vary depending on the setting that the LVN works in, however most facilities are well lit, ventilated, and have good equipment. Vocational nurses typically stand for long periods and are exposed to infectious diseases, caustic chemicals, and radiation.
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What do I need to become an LVN?
The #1 method to become an LVN is to graduate from an accredited vocational nursing school and pass the licensure exam for vocational/practical nurses (NCLEX-PN). Not all nursing programs are accredited by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, so applicants need to be aware of unaccredited programs. LVN schools have different requirements for entrance so those interested need to find the school’s specific admission requirements. CNI Vocational College is an accredited school by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, and graduates are authorized to take the NCLEX-PN. To be considered for acceptance in CNI’s Vocational Nursing Program, applicants must be at least 17 years of age; have proof of a high school diploma or its equivalent; complete an application form and pay required applicant fees; take and pass a 60 minute, nationally-recognized test with a minimum score of 22; complete financial arrangements prior to admission; complete an Enrollment Agreement; document and disclose complete medical history; obtain a background clearance; attend an initial personal interview with a CNI Career Planner and receive a tour of the campus; and meet with the Director of Vocational Nursing.
Benefits
With licensed vocational nurses in high demand, the benefits of a Vocational Nursing diploma from a California nursing school are endless. Clinical facilities are pleased to provide qualified applicants with numerous job offers and high competitive salaries. Having a California nursing diploma provides job security as well as potential for future promotion to a supervisory position. With the flexibility that CNI College encompasses, scheduling your daily routine will be easy. Graduating from CNI Vocational Nursing School in Orange County will help you obtain your goal - as an accredited school by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, graduates qualify to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) to become an LVN. For more information on becoming a vocational nurse, call 1-800-219-0634, submit your information in the form located in the upper right side of page or visit our Frequently Asked Questions section.
Working with people.
Flexibility.
LVN's can work different shifts to fit their needs - day, evening and night shifts are available.
Potential to progress your education
High demand.
Job security.
Potential licensure in other states (contact the State Board of Nursing in the state you intend to apply for eligibility/application).
LVN's can work in a variety of settings: a clinic, doctor's office, hospital, skilled nursing facility, long term care, corrections, home health care or even work for a nursing registry and schedule their own days and hours.
Course Review
Term 1-A is designed to provide the student with an orientation to CNI's Vocational Nursing College and an introduction to the role of the student nurse in the nursing profession. It includes a discussion of all the policies and procedures applicable to the program. As a fundamental course Term 1-A is intended to initiate an understanding of basic nursing skills and concepts required to assist a client in meeting their health care needs. Concepts and skills included are growth and development, effective communication, interpersonal skills, physical assessment, documentation, safety, emergency procedures, infection control, death and dying. Medical Terminology, Orem’s self-care theory and the nursing process are also introduced. An active skills lab component is integrated within the term. Term 1-A provides the framework for development of the initial skills required for all subsequent specialty areas of clinical nursing.
VN 105 - Introduction to Client Centered Care 1-BTerm 1-B continues the fundamental concepts upon which subsequent courses in the program build. Beginning concepts of the nursing care of the surgical client (pre- and post-operative), anatomy and physiology, nutrition and pharmacology are started. Applications of pharmacology including principles of medication actions and interactions both therapeutic and adverse and the basis for the study of individual medication are incorporated. Calculation of medication dosages, preparation, administration and storage is also emphasized. An active skills lab component is integrated within the term.
VN 200 A - Life Cycles/Integumentary SystemLife cycles of the middle adult will introduce the student to the developmental tasks associated with the adult ages 35-65. Physical, social, and emotional characteristics will be identified. The integumentary system will introduce the student to the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary system. The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common integumentary disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents and nutritional needs are discussed. Assessment, emergency treatment and the complications of major burns are also identified. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with an integumentary disorder. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills
VN 200 B - Musculoskeletal System The musculoskeletal system introduces the student to the anatomy and physiology of the muscles, bones and related structures. The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common musculoskeletal disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents, nutritional needs and changes with aging are discussed. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with a musculoskeletal disorder. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills. VN 200 C - Respiratory System The respiratory system introduces the student to the anatomy and the physiology of the upper and lower respiratory system. The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common respiratory disorder/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents, oxygen precautions/interventions and nutritional needs are discussed. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with a respiratory disorder. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills. VN 200 D - Cardiovascular SystemThe cardiovascular system introduces the student to the anatomy and physiology of the heart and gives a detailed description of the blood and how it circulates through the body. The differences between veins and arteries, blood and lymph, angina and MI are delineated. The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common cardiovascular disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents and nutritional needs are discussed. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with a cardiovascular disorder. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills.
VN 200 E - Gastrointestinal System The gastrointestinal system introduces the student to the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal system, accessory organs and a description of the process of digestion. The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common gastrointestinal disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents and nutritional needs are discussed. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with a gastrointestinal disorder. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills. VN 300 A - Endocrine System The endocrine system introduces the student to the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine system including how hormones work on a negative feedback system and are specific to target cells/organs. The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common endocrine disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents and nutritional needs are discussed. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with an endocrine disorder. Additional emphasis is placed on the care of the diabetic client, administration of insulin and signs of diabetic complications. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills. VN 300 B - Reproductive SystemThe reproductive system introduces the student to the anatomy and physiology of the male and female reproductive systems. The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common reproductive disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents and nutritional needs are discussed. Also discussed are hormonal changes, interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with a reproductive disorder. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills.
VN 300 C - Renal/Urinary System The urinary system introduces the student to the anatomy and physiology of the urinary system including, the process of urine formation, fluid and electrolyte control, acid-base balance, excretion of waste products, blood pressure regulation, red blood cell production and regulation of calcium-phosphate metabolism. The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common urinary disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents, nutritional needs and changes with aging are discussed. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care of a renal failure client and the client receiving dialysis. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills. VN 300 D - Immunology The immunology unit introduces the student to the main functions of the immune system: to protect the body against invading organisms, to maintain homeostasis by removing damaged cells from the system and to serve as a surveillance network for recognizing and guarding against the development and growth of abnormal cells. The student will be introduced to the types of immunity and the mechanisms of the immune response. The etiology of common immune disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease are also introduced. Related pharmacological agents, nutritional needs and changes with aging are discussed. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with an immune disorder. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills. VN 300 E - Oncology The oncology unit introduces the student to the care of the client with cancer. The student will be introduced to the etiology of common cancers, the prevention and detection of cancer, the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. Related pharmacological agents and nutritional needs are discussed. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with cancer. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills. VN 300 F - Leadership/Supervision The leadership/supervision unit will introduce the student to styles of leadership, approaches to nursing care, characteristics, to effective leadership, developing leadership skills, the role of the LVN, assertive behavior, communication skills, mental mechanisms, and goal achievement. VN 400 A - Obstetrics The obstetrics unit explains the physiology of conception and describes the anatomical and physiology changes that take place during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the postpartum period. Appropriate diagnostic and nutritional requirements are discussed. The unit includes fetal development, complications of pregnancy, newborn assessment and disorders of the newborn. Special emphasis is placed on the effects of drugs and alcohol usage during pregnancy. Nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects regarding the care of the client during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the postpartum period are discussed. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills. VN 400 B - Life Cycles/Pediatrics The pediatric unit approaches the care of the client based on growth and development theory. Principles of growth and development from infancy to adolescence will be discussed. Unit content will include signs and symptoms of child abuse, common childhood diseases for each system, common pediatric procedures, related pharmacology, immunizations, nutritional needs, accident prevention, and nursing interventions. Special emphasis is placed on the impact illness has on the child as well as the family. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills. VN 400 C - Neurosensory System The neurosensory system introduces the student to the anatomy and physiology of the neuron, the brain, the cranial nerves, the eye and the ear. The student will also be introduced to the etiology of common neurosensory disorders/diseases, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Related pharmacological agents and nutritional needs are discussed. The unit emphasizes the nursing interventions and the psychosocial aspects for the care of the client with a neurosensory disorder. Special emphasis is placed on the neurologic assessment and measurements. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills. VN 400 D - Nursing Specialties/Rehabilitation This unit will describe factors that influence an individual’s response to change and stress. The effective use of defense mechanisms is identified. The student is expected to utilize effective therapeutic communication skills and assist the client throughout the rehabilitation process. Basic factors effecting mental health, mental health deficits, additive personalities, alcoholism, and chemical abuse are described. Related pharmacological agents and nutritional needs are discussed. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills. VN 400 E - Senior Practicum The senior practicum explores ethical and legal aspects, negligence, malpractice, informed consent, the Nurse Practice Act and its mandates. Home health, death and dying, hospice, disaster nursing and the role of the health care team are included. Incorporated is the role transition of the student nurse to vocational nurse. Organizations relevant to the vocational nurse are discussed. Selected clinical experiences will allow the student to practice appropriate nursing skills.Testimonials
CNI College, I was at a dead end job and I was 46 years old. I was desperate to have a 'career' that was worthwhile. My husband suggested the health care field and I was intrigued. We both began in earnest to search for Vocational Nursing schools that wouldn't take me 2+ years to finish. I visited three schools and CNI was the last one I interviewed. I was so blown away by the Director of Nursing that I was sold on CNI that very day. Consistently the staff of CNI was exceptionally professional and they really were genuinely interested in my success. At times they had more confidence in me than I did. The curriculum is exceptional and all pertinent topics of health care are covered by the program at CNI. They have a great computer lab with all the latest training CD's, and a great skills lab. CNI has contracts with some very good hospitals in the Orange County area and the hands-on training I received attending to real patients was thrilling time. CNI has really prepared me for a career in nursing. I would recommend CNI to anyone who wants a thorough and exceptional nursing platform from which to grow. I want to say "Thank You" to all the staff at CNI College of Vocational Nursing!
CNI College, I was kind of lost in my life and then a friend mentioned nursing. I hadn't ever really given that much thought. My parents were all for it so I started to shop around. I was immediately with the people and the facility at CNI. I interviewed with the Director of Nursing, Miss VJ. I was instantly impressed with her professionalism and her enthusiasm about the school. She was very interested in me and was genuinely excited about her program and that got me excited too. I've heard from other students at other Vocational Nursing Programs that they don't have the chance to go to clinical sites each term they are in school. By far CNI has contracts with some of the best facilities in the Orange County and Los Angeles county areas. I learned hands on techniques for patient care and the all the staff members at each facility were very happy to see us. They would tell us how the students at CNI were the most professional and the best prepared for actual hands on experience. All in all CNI College was a fantastic place to learn nursing. The entire staff at CNI is very knowledgeable and very caring and 100% motivated to see each and every student achieve their dream of becoming a qualified and caring nurse. I definitely recommend CNI College for Vocational Nursing to anyone interested in a career in nursing.
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