MADISON, FL – North Florida College celebrated the achievements of its 2026 Practical Nursing and LPN to RN Bridge graduates during a joint Pinning Ceremony held Tuesday, Aug. 4, at 5 p.m. in the Van H. Priest Auditorium on the NFC campus.
The ceremony marked an important milestone for graduates of both nursing programs as they prepare for the next step in their healthcare careers. Practical Nursing graduates completed the rigorous training necessary to pursue licensure as licensed practical nurses, while LPN to RN Bridge graduates built upon their previous nursing education and professional experience to complete the Associate Degree in Nursing program and pursue licensure as registered nurses.
The traditional nursing pin symbolizes graduates' dedication to compassionate, skilled patient care and their commitment to service within the nursing profession.
"Today we celebrate an incredible group of graduates who have demonstrated determination, resilience and a commitment to excellence throughout their nursing education," said NFC Director of Nursing and Allied Health Dr. Anna Kelley. "Whether beginning their careers as practical nurses or advancing from LPN to registered nurse, each of these graduates has reached an important milestone. We are proud of their accomplishments and look forward to the impact they will make in the lives of their patients and communities."
Special recognition was given to graduates from both programs for outstanding academic achievement, leadership, growth and excellence throughout their nursing education.
2026 Practical Nursing Award Recipients
- Academic Achievement Award: Hannah Kervin, Madison County
- Nightingale Award of Excellence: Hannah Kervin, Madison County
- Keeper of the Light Award: Hannah Kervin, Madison County
- Leaps & Bounds Award: Zoey O'Neal, Madison County
- Nursing Leadership Award: Kelsie Peacock, Madison County
- SGMC Award: Charnecia Thomas, Taylor County
2026 Practical Nursing Graduates
- Melissa Hill, Jefferson County
- Hannah Kervin, Madison County
- Chantrell McQuay, Madison County
- Tamia Miller, Lowndes County
- Zoey O'Neal, Madison County
- Kelsie Peacock, Madison County
- Ashton Sapp, Madison County
- Charnecia Thomas, Taylor County
- Christina Walker, Jefferson County
- Kindall Williamson, Madison County
North Florida College's Practical Nursing program prepares students to provide quality patient care in hospitals, long-term care facilities, physicians' offices and a variety of healthcare settings. Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) to become licensed practical nurses.
2026 LPN to RN Bridge Award Recipients
- Academic Achievement Award: Isake Perez, Leon County
- Nightingale Award of Excellence: Taliyah Bonner, Madison County
- Keeper of the Light Award: Callie Henderson, Madison County
- Nursing Leadership Award: Callie Henderson, Madison County
- Leaps & Bounds Award: Christine Horn, Columbia County
- SGMC Award: Amie Mendez, Madison County
2026 LPN to RN Bridge Graduates
- Tamela Arnold, Madison County
- Taliyah Bonner, Madison County
- Bre'Shuna Fuller, Taylor County
- Latadra Gent, Taylor County
- Katelyn Green, Madison County
- Callie Henderson, Madison County
- Christine Horn, Columbia County
- Melinda Hunter, Taylor County
- Amie Mendez, Madison County
- Haley Osteen, Taylor County
- Isake Perez, Leon County
- Eureka Rosier, Leon County
- Alyssa Terry, Madison County
- Kaneshae Tyson, Lowndes County
The LPN to RN Bridge program provides licensed practical nurses an opportunity to expand their clinical knowledge and leadership skills while earning an Associate Degree in Nursing. Graduates are prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and provide advanced patient care in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities and other healthcare settings.
For more information about North Florida College's Nursing programs, visit www.nfc.edu or call 850-973-1622.
###
PHOTOS:
Practical Nursing class of 2026 on stage
LPN to RN Bridge class of 2026 on stage
Practical Nursing Academic Achievement, Nightingale Award of Excellence and Keeper of the Light Award recipient Hannah Kervin, Madison County
Practical Nursing Leaps & Bounds Award recipient Zoey O'Neal, Madison County
Practical Nursing Nursing Leadership Award recipient Kelsie Peacock, Madison County
Practical Nursing SGMC Award recipient Charnecia Thomas, Taylor County
LPN to RN Bridge Academic Achievement Award recipient Isake Perez, Leon County
LPN to RN Bridge Nightingale Award of Excellence recipient Taliyah Bonner, Madison County
LPN to RN Bridge Keeper of the Light and Nursing Leadership Award recipient Callie Henderson, Madison County
LPN to RN Bridge Leaps & Bounds Award recipient Christine Horn, Columbia County
LPN to RN Bridge SGMC Award recipient Amie Mendez, Madison County