The Practical Nursing program consists of 1,382 hours of training, including 564 hours of lab and clinical experience. During their clinical experience, students exercise the skills they learn in a variety of hospital settings including geriatrics, medical-surgical, pediatrics, obstetrics, and emergency nursing. Clinicals are completed at various locations throughout the region including聽, , , , , , and .

The ceremony opened with the processional. Caylee Caudill and Abigail Hopper then led their fellow students in reciting the Nurse鈥檚 Prayer. Dr. Amber Nowlin, DNP, RN, PN Program Coordinator welcomed all in attendance, and Alyson Bailey, Class President, was the student speaker for the evening.

Scholarships were then awarded by , , and the . The Best in Clinical Performance Award was given by to Alyson Bailey and presented by Lisa Detty, MSN, RN, Executive Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer. The Best-in-Class Performance Award was given by to Carlee Manley and presented by Jarod Zelaska, Executive Director of Human Resources. The Spirit of Nursing Award was given by the to Elizabeth Casey and presented by Cindy Harrison, Roberta Harris, Margie Kemper, Sharon Stout, and Debbie Evans.

The ceremony concluded with the presentation of pins by program instructors. Students that received pins included Alyson Bailey, Elizabeth Casey, Caylee Caudill, Abigail Hopper, Carlee Manley, and Peytin Rossiter. Program lead instructors included Cara Gibson, BSN, RN; Jennifer Nance, BSN, RN; and Mary Shamblin, MSN Ed., RN.

The January 2025 Practical Nursing cohort included three early placement, OTC+ students. High School students enrolled in the Health Academy pathway at 黑料科r have the opportunity to begin the Practical Nursing program during the second semester of their senior year. OTC+ students that completed the PN program include Caylee Caudill, Carlee Manley, and Peytin Rossiter.

The students are now eligible to take the for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Upon passing the NCLEX-PN, students earn their license and their LPN credential.

The Practical Nursing program is held twice annually with 48-week cohorts beginning in January and September. Enrollment for the September 2026 PN Program will open in the upcoming months. For more information or to apply, visit .

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The Practical Nursing program consists of 1,382 hours of training, including 564 hours of lab and clinical experience. During their clinical experience, students exercise the skills they learn in a variety of hospital settings including geriatrics, medical-surgical, pediatrics, obstetrics, and emergency nursing. Clinicals are completed at various locations throughout the region including , , , , , , , and .

The ceremony opened with the student processional. Catherine Abell then led her fellow students in reciting the Nurse鈥檚 Prayer. Dr. Amber Nowlin, DNP, RN, PN Program Coordinator welcomed all in attendance, and Miranda Cox, Class President, was the student speaker for the evening.

Scholarships were then awarded by , , and the . The Best in Clinical Performance Award was given by Holzer Health Systems to Ty Smittle and presented by Lisa Detty, MSN, RN, Executive Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer. The Best-in-Class Performance Award was given by Rivers Health to Miranda Cox and presented by Lori McFarland, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, CLSSGB, Chief Nursing Officer, and Jarod Zelaska, Executive Director of Human Resources. The Spirit of Nursing Award was given by the Nurse Honor Guard of the Ohio Valley to Mary Lamb and presented by Candace Moore, Cindy Harrison, and Connie McGlothlin.

The ceremony concluded with the presentation of pins by program instructors. Students that received pins included Catherine Abell, Ashton Bauer, Miranda Cox, Mary Lamb, Rhainee Lowe, Kylie Moore, Keely Myers, and Ty Smittle. 聽Program lead instructors included Cara Gibson, BSN, RN; Jennifer Nance, BSN, RN; and Rebecca Blevins, BSN, RN. Program clinical instructors included Fawn Hill, ADN, RN.

The students are now eligible to take the for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Upon passing the NCLEX-PN, students earn their license and their LPN credential.

The Practical Nursing program is held twice annually with 48-week cohorts beginning in January and September. Enrollment for the is open now until October 30, 2025. For more information or to apply, visit BuckeyeHills.net/apply.

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The Surgical Technology program consists of 1,342 hours of training including lab and clinical experience. During their clinical experience, students exercise the skills they learn in a variety of hospital settings including the operating room, obstetrics, and central supply.

The ceremony opened with Rebecca Polinsky, M.Ed., CST, 黑料科鈥檚 Director of Surgical Technology program, welcoming all in attendance.

The Surgical Technology program staff was then introduced: Jessica Blevins, clinical coordinator and instructor; Erin Kern, clinical and classroom instructor; and Jennifer Spetnagel, clinical and classroom instructor.

Student Sally Daniels then shared a speech with her fellow classmates and audience, 鈥淵our definition of success will change every day of your life,鈥� Sally shared. 鈥淲e find our success through growth, failures, and compassion.鈥�

Numerous awards were then presented with the pinning ceremony and presentation of certificates following.

Students that received pins included Kenzie Baker, Mallory Bentley, Hailey Clifton, Sally Daniels, Breanna Ellis, Madisyn Friend, Sydney Hollingshead, Gabrielle Hutchinson, Holly Jackson, Kayle Joslin, Jadyn Mace, Lakota Mace, Jayetta Newsome, and Kylie Reagor.

The ceremony concluded with the recitation of the Surgical Technologist Pledge.

The students are now eligible to take the

The Surgical Technology/Technician in Surgery program is held twice annually with 45-week cohorts beginning in January and July. Enrollment for the January 2026 cohort will open in Fall 2025 at BuckeyeHills.net/apply.

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The Practical Nursing program consists of 1,382 hours of training including 564 hours of lab and clinical experience. During their clinical experience, students exercise the skills they learn in a variety of hospital settings including geriatrics, medical-surgical, pediatrics, obstetrics, and emergency nursing. Clinicals are completed at various locations throughout the region including , , , , , and .

The ceremony opened with the student processional. Natalie Johnson & Sydney Walters then led their fellow students in reciting the Nurse鈥檚 Prayer. Dr. Amber Nowlin, DNP, RN, PN Program Coordinator welcomed all in attendance, and Kennedy Smith, Class Vice President, was the student speaker for the evening.

Scholarships were then awarded by and . The Best in Clinical Performance Scholarship was awarded to Mariah Haley by and presented by Sarah Holland, RN, Director of Ambulatory Nursing. The Best in Class Performance Scholarship was awarded to Desiree Secora by and presented by Lori McFarland, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, CLSSGB, Chief Nursing Officer, and Jarod Zelaska, Executive Director of Human Resources.

The ceremony concluded with the presentation of pins by program instructors. Students that received pins included Hollee Castor, Kaitlyn Cox, Danny Fyffe, Mariah Haley, Natalie Johnson, Jessica Messer, Braedon 鈥淒rake鈥� Phillips, Jordan Rardin, Desiree Secora, Kennedy Smith, and Sydney Walters. 聽Program lead instructors included Cara Gibson, BSN, RN; Jennifer Nance, BSN, RN; and Tresera Rhoton, BSN, RN. Program clinical instructors included Rachel Piquignot, BSN, RN; and Jennifer Blackburn, ADN, RN.

The January 2024 Practical Nursing cohort included five early placement, OTC+ students. High School students enrolled in the Health Academy pathway at 黑料科r have the opportunity to begin the Practical Nursing program during the second semester of their senior year. Early placement students that completed the PN program include Hollee Castor, Kaitlyn Cox, Jessica Messer, Jordan Rardin, and Desiree Secora.

The students are now eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (). Upon passing the NCLEX-PN, students earn their license and their LPN credential.

The Practical Nursing program is held twice annually with 48-week cohorts beginning in January and September. Enrollment for the Fall 2025 PN Program will open mid-February.

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The Surgical Technology program consists of 1,342 hours of training including lab and clinical experience. During their clinical experience, students exercise the skills they learn in a variety of hospital settings including the operating room, obstetrics, and central supply. Clinicals were completed at 12 locations throughout the region.

The ceremony opened with the presentation of students. Rebecca Polinsky, BSHCA, CST, 黑料科鈥檚 Director of Surgical Technology program, welcomed all in attendance and addressed the Surgical Technology students, 鈥淓mpowered with knowledge, skilled in precision鈥攖oday, you step into the future of saving lives, and I am so proud to be a small part of this incredible journey with you.”

The Surgical Technology program staff was then introduced: Jessica Blevins, clinical coordinator and instructor; Erin Kern, clinical and classroom instructor; and Jennifer Spetnagel, clinical and classroom instructor.

Students Kaitlyn Walters and Tristen Johnson shared speeches with their fellow classmates and audience.

The following awards were then presented: Perfect Attendance Award 鈥� Maleah Williams; Highest GPA Award 鈥� Nicholas D鈥橝ngelo; 1^st Semester Clinical Award 鈥� Nicholas D鈥橝ngelo and Kaitlyn Walters; 2^nd Semester Clinical Award 鈥� Ashtyn Johnson and Jessica Swain; Buckeye Award 鈥� Jessica Swain; Leadership Award 鈥� Leslie Fyffe.

Following the presentation of awards, Dave Osborne from gave the keynote address.

The ceremony concluded with the pinning ceremony and presentation of certificates. Students that received pins included Victoria Bradbury, Nicholas D鈥橝ngelo, Leslie Fyffe, Savanna Garrison, Kamryn Graham, Brianna Grass, Ashtyn Johnson, Tristen Johnson, Brinley Patton, Caleb Pearson, Jessica Swain, Kaitlyn Walters, and Maleah Williams.

The January 2024 Surgical Technology cohort welcome the very first early placement student, Kaitlyn Walters. High school students enrolled in the Health Academy pathway at 黑料科r have the unique opportunity to begin the Surgical Technology program during the second semester of their senior year.

The students are now eligible to take the

The Surgical Technology program is held twice annually with 45-week cohorts beginning in January and July. Enrollment for the July 2025 cohort will open mid-February.

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