Vocational Nursing

Nurses are the heart of the healthcare industry. Vocational nurses play a unique and instrumental part in daily facility operations, patient care and provide critical support to both RNs and doctors. That makes them one of the most versatile members of a healthcare team. Vocational nurses work under the direct supervision of RNs and doctors, performing both clinical and non-clinical duties. And like so many careers in the healthcare industry, the demand for vocational nurses is growing at a much faster than average rate.

• Providing basic medical care and comfort to ill, injured, or convalescing patients, changing bandages and helping with bathing and dressing
• Monitoring patients’ health by checking vital signs, like blood pressure and body temperature
• Discussing care with patients, listening to their concerns, and reporting issues to supervising nurses or physicians
• Documenting patient care and maintaining health records

You’ll be trained to perform duties that may include:

• preparing patients for exams,
• performing routine laboratory tests,
• assisting physicians and registered nurses with tests and procedures,
• recording patients’ vital signs, and
• updating patient medical records.

Summit’s Vocational Nursing program offers flexible full-time (12 months) and part-time (18 months) schedules, as well as evening and weekend classes. You’ll be able to select the schedule that suits your individual lifestyle. For additional support, all of Summit’s Allied Health programs offer free tutoring and career services assistance.