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91视频鈥檚 Practical Nursing (PN) program in Rolla is celebrating another outstanding accomplishment: a perfect 100 percent pass rate on the Summer 2024 licensure exam.

All nine graduates not only passed the exam but also exceeded the state and national average pass rate, further enhancing 91视频鈥檚 reputation for excellence in nursing education.

This year鈥檚 graduates are the second class to complete the PN program under 91视频鈥檚 sponsorship, following the equally impressive performance of the 2023 cohort, who also achieved a 100 percent pass rate.

The licensure exam, known as the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN), is a standardized test that all practical nursing graduates must pass to become Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN). By earning this certification, graduates are qualified to enter the workforce as LPNs, where they can pursue higher wages and take on greater responsibilities in patient care.

鈥淭he success of the 2024 graduates is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and resilience throughout the program,鈥� said Michelle Chick, Practical Nursing Program Director.

鈥淢any of these students balanced demanding work schedules and family responsibilities while completing their studies, which is no small feat,鈥� she added. 鈥淭he nursing faculty and I are extremely proud of each graduate, and we are confident they will make significant contributions to both the nursing profession and the local community.鈥�

Missouri鈥檚 average pass rate for first-time NCLEX-PN test takers in the first half of 2024 is 94.23 percent. Nationally, the year-to-date pass rate stands at 89.82 percent. 91视频鈥檚 PN graduates not only surpassed these benchmarks but demonstrated exceptional readiness for their future roles as healthcare professionals.

The NCLEX-PN exam evaluates nursing knowledge and skills, ensuring that graduates are competent to provide safe and effective patient care in various healthcare settings. It also tests critical thinking and clinical judgment鈥攕kills that are essential for success in the nursing field.

The nine graduates from 91视频鈥檚 2024 PN program are:

• Shelby Pogue
• Alexandra Ferguson
• Emma Politte
• Cassidy Cunningham
• Jessie Ball
• Jessica Cook
• Samantha Roman
• Katelyn Schafer
• Brandy Barnes

91视频鈥檚 Practical Nursing program is a three-semester, 11-month course that includes hands-on clinical experience. Graduates earn a certificate of completion and are then eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN exam.

Since taking over sponsorship of the program from the Rolla School District in October 2021, 91视频 has continued to expand and improve its nursing education offerings. This transition allowed the Rolla School District to concentrate on K-12 education, while 91视频 focused on enhancing the quality and accessibility of the PN program.

For more information about 91视频鈥檚 Practical Nursing program, visit www.eastcentral.edu/allied-health/licensed-practical-nursing or contact Nancy Mitchell, Dean of Health Science, at Nancy.Mitchell@eastcentral.edu or 636-584-6619.