Nursing - RN & LPN to RN

 

Nurse treating simulated patient
Triton's Nursing Program provides students with a basic knowledge of nursing theory and practice, humanities, and social and biological sciences. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of settings. Graduates earn an Associate in Applied Science degree and qualify to sit for the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX) for the registered nurse. Candidates for the RN-NCLEX are required by law to meet fingerprinting requirements, submit to a criminal background check and report conviction of any criminal offenses as part of the licensure application process. The program is approved and in good standing by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, 100 West Randolph, Suite 9-300, Chicago, Ill. 60601, (312-814-4500). The Associate in Applied Science degree is accredited and in good standing using the ultimate pass rates and three-year average by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA, 30326 (404-975-5000).

In addition to fulfilling the selective admission health program requirements, candidates must complete the following general admission requirements: complete a Triton College application, submit applicable transcripts, take placement exams or demonstrate course equivalency, and complete new student orientation.

Complete the MANDATORY application for Triton College.
In addition to fulfilling the selective admission health program requirements, candidates must complete the following general admission requirements:  complete a Triton College application, submit applicable transcripts, take placement exams or demonstrate course equivalency, and complete new student orientation.

Triton College Application

Complete the MANDATORY Selective Admission Application for Nursing or LPN to RN Careers

Nursing Application

Attendance at an information session is ENCOURAGED in order to apply for admission to this program. By attending an information session, you will learn what is expected of you as an applicant as well as the functionality of the program. See link below for Information Session dates.

Nursing Degree & LPN to RN Program Information Session Registration

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Faculty Information

Dr. La Trice Finch
Course: Pediatrics & Nursing Leadership 
latricefinch@triton.edu

Dr. Cheryl Davis
Nursing Faculty/Clinical Education Coordinator
Course: Medical Surg
cheryldavis@triton.edu

Joyce Fritz
Nursing Faculty
Course: Mental Health
joycefritz@triton.edu

Lenuta Manu
Nursing Faculty
Course: Nursing Fundamentals
lenutamanu@triton.edu

Enisa Mehmeti
Nursing Faculty
Course: Acute Care Medical Surgical
enisamehmeti@triton.edu

Dr. Deborah Padgett
Nursing Faculty
Course: Mental Health
deborahpadgett@triton.edu

Jamara Starks
Nursing Faculty
Course: Nursing Fundamentals
jamarastarks@triton.edu


Contact Information

Dr. La Trice Finch, DMin, MS, RN, PEL-SN
Nursing Faculty Chairperson
Office: H-203
(708) 456-0300, Ext. 3900
latricefinch@triton.edu

Tiffany Irby
Health Careers Retention Specialist
Office: H-133
(708) 456-0300, Ext. 3982
tiffanyirby@triton.edu

Christopha Cox
Health Careers Information Specialist
Office: H-134
(708) 456-0300, Ext. 3474
christophacox@triton.edu

Carman Roberson
Nursing Program Office Assistant
Office: H202
(708) 456-0300, Ext: 3776
carmanroberson@triton.edu

Advising Department
Academic Advisors