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’24 nurse grads see exam win

’24 nurse grads see exam win
Jefferson Regional School of Nursing's May 2024 graduating class. (Special to The Commercial)

Jefferson Regional School of Nursing has achieved a 100% pass rate for the National Council Licensure Exam.

The Arkansas State Board of Nursing recently released the official results for the 2024 NCLEX for Arkansas, according to a news release.

JRMC nursing graduates a class of students each May and December. All 2024 graduates passed the NCLEX on their first attempt and are officially registered nurses.

“This is definitely a testament to the skill and persistence of the students and faculty at the school,” the release said.

The nursing school offers a 17-month education program that leads to an associate nursing degree.

“The Jefferson Regional School of Nursing was established in 1981 and has a strong history of graduating compassionate nurses who go on to be leaders in their communities. The school seeks to offer the highest quality nursing education opportunity for qualified students,” the release said.

The program is approved by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing, certified by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education and accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.

The director of the school is Michelle Newton, who has a Master of Science degree in nursing and is a registered nurse. New classes begin every August and January. Details: Jefferson Regional School of Nursing at (870) 541-7858.

  photo  Graduates earned degrees at the Jefferson Regional School of Nursing in December 2023. (Special to The Commercial)