Practical Nursing Student Highlight – Christy Shanabarger Christy Shanabarger is a student in the Practical Nursing program at West Virginia Junior College. Before attending WVJC, Christy worked in a variety of jobs at places like Walmart, Hardees, and a few hotels. It didn’t take long after working those positions to figure out that it wasn’t … Read more
Donna Hendrickson, CCMA, is a graduate of the Clinical Medical Assistant program at West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport Campus. She originally heard of WVJC from a radio ad and decided to look into the campus. After she visited the campus, she decided to enroll in the program. Donna was always dedicated to her work, grades, … Read more
Rhonda Hardy was born in Elkins, WV, and has remained in WV her entire life. She is married, with a son, daughter, 3 dogs, and a cat. During high school, Rhonda made plans to go to UCLA and become a marine biologist, but fate had other plans for her. She met the love of her … Read more
Samantha Lucky is a recent graduate from the West Virginia Junior College’s Practical Nursing program. Becoming a nurse was always a dream of hers since she was little. However, in order to make her dream come true, she had to find a school that was the right fit for her. She began her research knowing … Read more
Cheyenne is a 2017 graduate of Liberty High School. While in high school, Cheyenne participated in numerous sports, worked two jobs to fund her summer travels, was a member of the National Honor Society, and enjoyed attending the Friday night football games. She took college classes during her senior year in high school as well. … Read more
There is no doubt about it. Nurses are heroes! They help people through their most trying times. If you choose to become a practical nurse, you will be entering an honorable profession with a long history of serving your fellow human beings. Working in the field of healthcare is something you can be proud of … Read more
A practical nurse provides standard emergency and preventative healthcare to patients who are sick, injured, or just need routine health checkups. They touch the lives of others on a daily basis. Practical nursing is a career that is not only rewarding but also in high demand. West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport offers a twelve-month Practical … Read more
Kim DeMeester is a West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport student who is expected to graduate from the Practical Nursing program in December 2017. She is excited to begin her nursing career, as it is the job she has always dreamed of pursuing. Kim attended several other institutions before attending WVJC and has found the support and … Read more
Kelsie Blosser is set to graduate in December 2017 with her Practical Nursing diploma. She is excited to graduate and start her career as a nurse, which has been a dream of hers since she was little. Kelsie attended a few other institutions before making the choice to attend West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport. Before … Read more
