Practical Nursing (PN) Program in Idaho Falls, Idaho

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    About the PN Program in Idaho Falls
    Start your nursing career with a program that values your time and investment. At Eagle Gate College in Idaho Falls, the Practical Nursing program offers an accelerated path that emphasizes hands-on learning and real clinical experience. Grounded in the Caritas Principles, the curriculum integrates compassionate, patient-centered care with the development of strong clinical skills. You’ll build core competencies through on-campus skills labs, high-fidelity simulation, and VR-enhanced training, then apply them during supervised clinical rotations in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, and community-based care environments. With dedicated NCLEX-PN preparation and personalized job placement support, you’ll graduate ready to enter the workforce with confidence.
    NCLEX PASSING ASSISTANCE
    2024 NCLEX-PN PASS RATE 100%
    CAREER-FOCUSED TRAINING
    Idaho Falls PN Graduate Placement Rate 86%*
    ACEN LOGO
    Train in a program recognized for meeting rigorous standards in nursing education. Effective June 28, 2024, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on June 28, 2026.
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    What you'll learn.

    The Practical Nursing program in Idaho Falls prepares you with the core clinical skills and nursing knowledge needed to pass the NCLEX-PN and step confidently into your role as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Through classroom instruction, simulation, and clinical practice, you’ll build the competencies required for safe, compassionate patient care.

    Monitor patient health metrics and vital signs.
    Record patient medical histories and maintain documentation.
    Deliver primary nursing care to patients.
    Collaborate effectively with patients, families, and doctors.
    Perform as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
    Develop critical thinking and crisis resolution skills during emergencies.
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    Admissions Requirements for the Idaho Falls PN Program

    These steps represent a general overview of the admissions process and reflect the typical path most students follow when enrolling.

    Meet with admissions (virtual or in person)

    Begin the enrollment process

    Submit a copy of a government-issued ID and proof of high school diploma/GED

    Complete pre-education requirement

    Clear background check

    Complete FAFSA and financial aid appointment

    Orientation

    Start classes

    Practical Nursing Program with a Career-Driven Curriculum

    At Idaho Falls, your Practical Nursing education is built for real-world readiness. As you prepare for the NCLEX-PN, you’ll gain the hands-on abilities, clinical judgment, and professional confidence needed to step into the workforce as a capable, career-ready LPN. This program goes beyond theory to cultivate the practical skills today’s healthcare employers expect from new nurses.

    Core Nursing Subjects:

    Nursing Fundamentals – Theory
    Nursing Fundamentals – Clinical/Skills
    Introduction to Pharmacology
    Medical-Surgical – Theory
    Medical-Surgical – Clinical
    Maternal and Newborn
    Pediatrics
    Mental Health
    Professional Caring in Practical Nursing
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    The office & financial aid staff was amazing. I didn’t know about financial aid, and they were willing to help me from start to finish. They were so kind & helpful.

    McKenna P. Eagle Gate College Graduate

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    The Idaho Falls Campus

    The Idaho Falls campus offers a supportive, student-centered environment equipped with modern nursing labs, high-fidelity simulation, and flexible study areas designed for collaboration and skill development. Students benefit from small class sizes, accessible faculty, and convenient campus resources that make it easier to stay focused and succeed.

    VR Learning
    At the Idaho Falls campus, students engage with immersive virtual reality experiences that simulate real patient scenarios, allowing them to practice clinical decision-making, prioritize care, and respond to a range of patient conditions in a safe, controlled environment. These interactive tools complement classroom instruction, reinforce key concepts, and help students build confidence before transitioning into clinical settings.
    SIM and Skills Labs
    At the Idaho Falls campus, simulation and skills labs are equipped with industry-standard tools and high-fidelity manikins that replicate real patient responses. Under the guidance of experienced faculty, students practice essential nursing techniques such as patient assessment, medication administration, and vital sign monitoring, gaining hands-on experience that prepares them for real-world patient care.

    Campus Location

    Conveniently situated just off I-15, our Idaho Falls campus sits only minutes from the heart of downtown, giving students easy access to restaurants, shops, and local conveniences. Nearby attractions such as the Snake River Greenbelt, the Museum of Idaho, and the Art Museum of Eastern Idaho offer spaces to unwind, learn, and enjoy the beauty of the region. With its friendly community atmosphere, striking natural scenery, and close proximity to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Idaho Falls provides an inspiring setting to pursue your nursing education.

    Idaho Falls, ID Campus

    1592 E. 17th St.
    Idaho Falls, ID 83404

    (208) 285-4302

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    Accreditation

    The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program at Unitek College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)…

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      *These placement rates are based on program-specific and campus-specific data reported to our institutional accreditor(s) in 2024. While the figures shown here are not separately reported to our accreditor, they are derived from those outcomes. For full details by program and campus, please visit our Disclosures page.