Practical Nursing Department

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  • Prepare for a rewarding career with ample room for professional and personal growth as you learn to provide essential care for patients.
  • Nursing jobs are forecast to grow 6% by 2031.
  • Median annual salary for licensed practical nurses is more than $48,000.
source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Certificate Programs

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Nursing, Practical, C.G.

Students can earn a certificate in Practical Nursing on the Vincennes and Jasper campuses. Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses to become licensed practical nurses.

Our Faculty

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Nellie Jones

Assistant Professor & Department Chair

812-888-4003
njones@vinu.edu

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Sarah Moody

Assistant Professor of Nursing

812-888-4412
smoody@vinu.edu

Jace Sama

Jace Sama

Assistant Professor of Nursing

812-888-4445
jace.sama@vinu.edu

Contact Us

Health Science and Human Performance

VU Admissions Office
20 W Indianapolis Ave, Vincennes, IN 47591
812-888-4313
VUADMIT@vinu.edu

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