LPN Programs in Illinois

The Illinois Compiled Statutes Professions and Occupations Nurse Practice Act requires that applicants for licensure to practice as an LPN in Illinois complete an LPN program approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation: Division of Professional Regulation (Department). They will also accept applicants who have received a certificate of completion of pre-licensure requirements in another United States jurisdiction. The Department approved schools offering LPN programs in Illinois are listed below along with contact information and links to related programs.

Applicants for licensure will also need to successfully pass a licensure exam (NCLEX-PN) with a score acceptable by the Illinois Board of Nursing and the Department. Applicants will also need to submit a criminal background check.

What do LPNs in Illinois Do?

Licensed Practical Nurses in Illinois work under the supervision of a registered nurse, licensed physician, podiatrist or dentist. LPNs will often be involved in patient assessment where they will observe patients health status, taking note of any deviations and recording those deviations. LPNs will prepare reports on their patient assessments and present to their supervisor. They are also involved in developing patient care plans, implementing these plans and evaluating the patient’s status.

(Source: TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION: SECTION 1300.60 PRACTICE OF NURSING)

LPN Job Outlook and Salary in Illinois

According to the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) Employment Projections reports, the LPN jobs in Illinois are projected to have a 20% growth through 2016. Which means that with new job openings and replacement of retired LPNs or vacancies, there appears to be quite an opportunity for those beginning LPN educational programs in the state of Illinois. LPN salary data reported by the IDES, Occupational Employment Statistics found that the median hourly income for an LPN in Illinois was $18.75 and the median annual income was $39,000. Based on this data and the state of the U.S. economy the LPN profession in Illinois is an appealing and rewarding career opportunity.

Related occupations like Medical Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants both offer similar job growth opportunity. Medical assisting is actually one of the fastest growing health care careers and pay is similar to that of an LPN. You may also want to research the Medical Assistant Schools in Illinois and compare the opportunities.

Approved LPN Programs in Illinois

(Source: Illinois Board of Nursing)

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