LVN Programs in Iowa

Are you looking for a career that does not require lengthy training and will provide you with a decent paycheck in Iowa? If so, a career as a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) may be just what you are looking for! The mean wage for LVNs in Iowa is $45,860, and the best thing about this fast-growing career is that you can complete your training in just 12 months!

Your LVN program must be approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing and should include a variety of classroom-type courses as well as training conducted in a clinical setting. During your training, you will learn such things as medical terminology, pharmacology, taking and recording vital signs, and proper nursing care for patients of all ages. After completing your training, you will be able to take the National Council's Licensure Exam, which is informally known as the NCLEX-PN.

The NCLEX-PN contains two parts: a computer-based portion and a hands-on clinical portion. An acceptable score is required on both portions for you to obtain an LVN license from the Iowa Board of Nursing.

The Best LVN Programs in Iowa

These are some of the best LVN programs in the state of Iowa:

1. Eastern Iowa Community College District

   306 W River Dr, Davenport, IA 52801 (563) 441-4001

2. Indian Hills Community College

   525 Grandview Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501 (800) 726-2585

3. Iowa Central Community College

   1 Triton Cir, Fort Dodge, IA 50501 (515) 576-7201

4. Iowa Lakes Community College

   300 S 18th St, Estherville, IA 51334 (712) 362-7231

5. Iowa Western Community College

   2700 College Rd, Council Bluffs, IA 51503 (712) 325-3200

6. Marshalltown Community College

   3702 S Center St, Marshalltown, IA 50158 (641) 752-4643

7. North Iowa Area Community College

   500 College Dr, Mason City, IA 50401 (641) 423-1264

8. Northeast Iowa Community College

   1625 IA-150, Calmar, IA 52132 (563) 562-3263

9. Northwest Iowa Community College

   603 W Park St, Sheldon, IA 51201 (712) 324-5061

10. Southeastern Community College

    1500 W Agency Rd, West Burlington, IA 52655 (319) 752-2731

11. Western Iowa Tech Community College

    4647 Stone Ave, Sioux City, IA 51106 (712) 274-6400

Iowa Board of Nursing

If you have any questions regarding LVN/LPN licenses in Alabama, you should contact the Iowa Board of Nursing. Here is their contact information:

Conclusion

With an expected growth rate of 25 percent, excellent average salaries, and plenty of job choices, becoming an LVN in Iowa is a great choice today!