Practical Nursing Program at the Wilkes-Barre Area CTC

11/07/2025

11/05/2025

We are excited to announce that another scholarship has been awarded to a student in the Practical Nursing Program at the Wilkes-Barre Area CTC. This year’s recipient of the Pennsylvania Association of Practical Nursing Administrators Scholarship for Fall 2025 is Meaghan Balmer from Class #132. Congratulations, Meaghan, on this incredible opportunity!

Pictured from left to right are:
Mrs. Gail Holby, Nursing Program Director/Coordinator; Meaghan Balmer, Class #132 student; and Mrs. Annie Barsh, Nursing Program Assistant Director.

11/04/2025

We are excited to announce that one of our students is the proud recipient of this year’s NEPA Health Care Foundation's Careers in Care Nursing Scholarships, an incredible opportunity for students pursuing a future in nursing and healthcare through the Scranton Area Community Foundation.
Congratulations to Christina Talley – Class #132!

Pictured from left to right:
Nursing Program Assistant Director, Mrs. Annie Barsh, Class 132 student, Christina Talley, Nursing Program Director/Coordinator, Mrs. Gail Holby.

11/04/2025

Another successful Career Fair is in the books! This past Monday, the Practical Nursing Program at the Wilkes-Barre Area CTC hosted its annual fall Career Fair. We would like to thank the organizations that attended and took time out of their busy schedules to meet with our students. We received a lot of positive feedback from everyone involved.

Allied Services
Aveanna
Bayada
Birchwood
Century Health Care
Commonwealth Health | Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
Commonwealth Health | Intermountain Medical Group
Edenbrook Hampton
Edenbrook Second Ave.
Embassy of Wyoming Valley
Geisinger
Lakewood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Maple Ridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Marywood University
Maxim Healthcare Services
Misericordia University
Mountain Top Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Nurses As Needed, Inc.
Oak Ridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
River View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Riverstreet Manor
Saber Healthcare Group
St. Joseph's Center
The Wright Center
Third Ave Health and Rehab
Wayne Memorial Hospital
Wellpath – Luzerne County Correctional Facility
Wilkes University

Please enjoy the photos below taken during the event:

11/03/2025

Commonwealth Health Physcian Network is looking for a FT LPN for their Orthopedic Office.

If interested you can contact Lori Nerozzi at: cell 570-885-0261

10/31/2025

Wishing everyone a happy and safe Halloween from the Practical Nursing Program at the Wilkes-Barre Area CTC. Please enjoy the photos below of our administration, faculty, staff, and students as they celebrate Halloween festivities throughout the day.

In addition to the Halloween festivities, one of our students was surprised with baby gifts. Congratulations! We wish you all the best for a safe and healthy delivery. May your family be filled with joy and love.

10/20/2025

09/16/2025

***Position for a home CNA, LPN, or RN***

Full job description:
Come be a part of our industry-leading team today! Brighter Days offers exceptional pay in the field of home health care, and we value all of our CNAs and direct care providers as the most important position in the company. Becoming a part of our authentic team will enable you to enjoy a rewarding and resourceful culture that is united in our passion to provide meaningful care to others.
Available shifts:
Wednesday: 8am-8pm, 8pm-8am
PRN shifts
This position requires:
• Peg Tube Feeding
• Incontinence Care
• Seizure Monitoring and Care
• Fluid Intake Tracking
• Medication Administration
• General Care and Companionship
• Completion of daily service notes
Our mission is to provide superior services to a diverse community of individuals with intellectual disabilities in every facet of their everyday lives. We are committed to meeting unprecedented standards of excellence in the relationships we build with our clients in order to ensure that they are afforded every opportunity to achieve their unique goals and be respected members of our community.
Brighter Days has become an industry leader by building more meaningful relationships with the individuals and families that we serve. Our Direct Support Professionals are paid more and valued more, but also held accountable to higher standards. If you think you have what it takes to be part of an industry-leading team, then please contact us today for an interview.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
• Are you interested in the 8am - 8PM shift, the 8PM-8AM shift, or both?
License/Certification:
• CNA (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person

If interested, please contact Kenneth Vermilion via email at ken.vermilion@amrize.com or by phone at 740-512-0102.