College Diploma in Practical Nursing

About

George Brown College’s Practical Nursing program will teach you the foundational skills required to work as a registered practical nurse in Ontario. Following successful completion of this program, you will be eligible to write the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Registration Examinations – two qualifying examinations required by the Ontario College of Nurses. The Practical Nursing (S121) program will teach you the required knowledge and skills you need to enter the profession of practical nursing. This two-year diploma program has been designed to meet the entry-to-practice requirements adopted by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and program standards set by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to: Communicate therapeutically with clients and members of the health-care team. Assess clients across the lifespan in a systematic and holistic manner. Plan safe and competent nursing care, based upon a thorough analysis of available data and evidence-informed practice guidelines. Select and perform nursing interventions using clinical judgment, in collaboration with the client and, where appropriate, the health-care team, that promote health and well-being, prevent disease and injury, maintain and/or restore health, promote rehabilitation and/or provide palliation. Evaluate the outcomes resulting from all interventions in the nurse-client interaction and modify the plan of care as required. Act equitably and justly with clients and members of the health-care team. Adapt to a variety of health-care settings, using different leadership skills and styles as appropriate to each setting.

Career Path

Graduates career path Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), Staff Nurse, Long-Term Care Nurse, Community Health Nurse, Home Care Nurse, Palliative Care Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Rehabilitation Nurse, Pediatric Practical Nurse, Geriatric Nurse, Health Unit Coordinator, Clinical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Nursing Team Lead, Medical Office Assistant, Telehealth Nurse, Patient Advocate, Healthcare Recruiter, Medical Sales Representative, Nursing Informatics Assistant, Clinical Educator, Bridge Program Student, Nursing Lab Instructor, Health Promotion Specialist, Quality Assurance Assistant, Health Administration Trainee.