by Updated on If you are considering becoming a nurse, one of the first questions is what kind of nurse you would like to be. Licensed practical nurses or LPNs are entry-level nurses that have a practical education. In this position, you will perform basic patient care tasks while keeping patients comfortable. LPNs…
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by Updated on Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are an essential part of a healthcare team. They collect significant data that is used to create a treatment plan for patients and serve as eyes and ears for physicians and RNs. The duties of LPNs are essential and include: Taking vital signs. Assisting and promoting…
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by Updated on On this page, you will find the contact information of all state boards dealing with vocational and practical nursing education and licenses in the US: Alabama Board of Nursing Phone: 334.242.4060 Fax: 334.242.4360 770 Washington Avenue RSA Plaza, Suite 250 Montgomery, AL 36104 Alaska Board of Nursing Phone: 907.269.8161 Fax:…
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by Updated on Every career path has its exciting aspects and its challenges. The medical field probably poses some of the most rewards and pitfalls of any other profession out there. Learn the pros and cons of becoming an LPN before you decide on this vocational track. Pros of Being an LPN Shorter…
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by Updated on Are you looking for a career that will allow you to care for others? Then you can consider a career as a vocational nurse. Wanting to care for others is only just the beginning; doing a job such as this one will require you to be a person who possesses…
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by Updated on A lot of people don’t know the difference between a Registered Nurse (RN) and a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Both are rewarding and fulfilling careers in healthcare and nursing. However, when it comes to salary, education, and responsibilities, they are quite different. Before you start your education for a nursing…
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by Updated on If you have graduated and are looking for available positions or thinking of enrolling in a nursing school to become a Licensed Practical Nurse, you need to know what job options are available to you. It’s a known fact that Registered Nurses have multiple traveling job opportunities. Such jobs come…
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by Updated on LPN stands for Licensed Practical Nurse, which is also known as LVN, or Licensed Vocational Nurse, in Texas and California. What Do LPN’s Do The duties of an LPN depend on the scope of practice determined by the laws of the state you work in. What LPNs can and can’t…
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by Updated on The job of a nursing assistant is an entry-level position in the nursing field. However, this does not lower the importance of their role in the nursing team. Anyone with the experience as a certified nursing assistant knows what obstacles and challenges can arise every day. Many LPNs and RNs…
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by Updated on There is a high demand for Licensed Practical Nurses in several industries in the global workforce. LPNs usually work in healthcare facilities, such as doctors’ offices, hospitals, or nursing homes. Typically, they provide routine care to patients, observe their health, as well as assist RNs and doctors, and communicating with…
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by Updated on Tuition is the vastest portion of the LPN program cost. The cost can vary greatly depending on your location and state. Tuition usually refers to the cost of the classroom education you receive in the program. It doesn’t include some other costs required to complete the program. These costs can…
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by Updated on There are lots of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) that make a decision to advance their career and become Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). A CNA career is a great way to achieve a nursing career in the future. It is a great way to gain some experience while working in a healthcare facility….
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by Updated on When you are choosing a nursing career, you need to know the differences between a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) and LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse). Both professionals provide direct care to patients in such settings as home health care and assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and more. However, the differences in…
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by Updated on All jurisdictions in the US license LPNs. In most states, the licensing is issued by the board of nursing (BON). Other states have separate licensing boards, or agencies, for practical and registered nurses. The first step to the license is usually completed over a year in advance. The candidates should…
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by Updated on When choosing a career in the field of nursing, many students don’t know the difference between a licensed practical nurse and a medical assistant. Some responsibilities are common for both professions, but there are some vast differences in the job description, educational requirements, and salary for medical assistants and LPNs….
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