Tag: LVN

Healthcare careers in California offer several potential benefits, including strong projected employment demand, a wide range of work environments, and opportunities to care directly for patients. According to the California Employment Development Department (EDD), many healthcare occupations are projected to grow through 2032, including registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses, occupational therapy assistants, and physical therapist assistants.¹ Understanding […]

Nursing offers several educational and career pathways, from nursing assistant roles and vocational nursing to registered nursing and graduate-level education. The right nursing career path depends on more than how quickly you want to enter the field. Your preferred responsibilities, educational goals, work environment, interest in direct patient care, and plans for future education can all shape […]

Stanbridge University’s Vocational Nursing program has been ranked the #1 Best LVN Program in California for 2026 by NursingProcess.org, marking the seventh consecutive year the program has earned the publication’s top ranking.¹ NursingProcess.org evaluates eligible vocational nursing programs based on factors including academic quality, first-time NCLEX-PN pass rates, affordability, and editorial ratings.² The recognition adds to a […]

If you’re considering becoming a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), you may be wondering what you’ll actually learn during nursing school. An LVN program is designed to help you develop the foundational knowledge, clinical judgment, and hands-on nursing skills needed to care for patients in a variety of healthcare settings. Throughout your education, you’ll build your ability to assess patients, administer medications, prevent […]

Basic Overview  You do not need to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) before attending nursing school. While some students choose to work as CNAs before pursuing Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN) education, many nursing programs do not require previous healthcare experience. The right pathway depends on your educational background, career goals, and personal preferences.  […]

The Next Generation NCLEX (often abbreviated to NGN or Next Gen NCLEX) is coming soon, and if you’re a nursing student or researching nursing pre-licensure programs, you’re probably wondering what that means for you. Don’t worry – we’ve got all the information you need to know about the NGN here.

Stanbridge University is highlighting Faculty Stories to spotlight personal stories of dedication, inspiration, and achievement. This week we are getting to know Dr. Emilee Young, Stanbridge University Vocational Nursing instructor, who is currently involved in a clinical study researching human blood plasma products treatment for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.

Healthcare workers are working round the clock to provide for our communities during COVID-19. They work selflessly to keep us all healthy, and then go home to care for their families. So, what can we do to say “Thank you” and help a healthcare worker in your life? Read below for 5 quick ways you […]

Stanbridge University has been recognized as a top nursing program in California. The university ranked number five in the 2021 Best Colleges for Nursing list in Niche.com’s annual rankings of over 200 institutions in the state. The top nursing program distinction is awarded to universities after rigorous analysis of academic, admissions, financial, and student life […]

LVN Accredited Schools California: Find your calling in Nursing As one of the nationally LVN Accredited Schools California,  Stanbridge University offers an exciting hands-on Vocational Nursing degree program.  Above all, are you passionate about helping others? Becoming a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is no picnic. However, a career in vocational nursing is incredibly rewarding – […]