Education and Licensure

• Licensed Practical Nurses are graduates of a State Board of Nursing approved practical nursing education program.
• Upon completion of a practical nursing education program, graduates must pass a standard national examination for practical nursing to obtain their license.
• Licensure is renewed every two years with the requirement of 24 continuing education hours, including 3 in the area of substance abuse.
• Practical Nursing Education Programs in Delaware:
• Delaware Skills Center
• Delaware Technical & Community College - Owens and Terry campuses
• Polytech Adult Education

Practice Settings

Licensed Practical Nurses work collaboratively in numerous practice settings including, but not limited to:

• Hospitals
• Ambulatory clinics and medical offices
• Home health
• Long term care
• Rehabilitation, including drug and alcohol
• Correctional facilities

Collaboration

• Licensed Practical Nurses work collaboratively in the healthcare team and receive direct supervision from Registered Nurses and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.

Current/Prospective Licensed LPNs

• Persons currently or looking to become licensed as a LPN should review information and full licensure requirements at the Delaware Board of Nursing.