Certified nursing assistants (CNAs)‚ licensed practical nurses (LPNs)‚ and registered nurses (RNs) are important medical professionals for their dedication to help people have good health care. CNAs are also known as Nursing Aids‚ who are in the beginning stage of nursing; therefore‚ they must be in a supervised setting. LPNs are also called Licensed Vocational Nurses(LVNs) whose careers are the second step in the health field. These nurses are under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians
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also known as an LPN; or a Registered Nurse‚ holding either an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in nursing. One-year LPN programs are offered at local vocational schools that provide hands-on learning that allow students to begin their nursing careers. Graduates must then pass the NCLEX-PN licensing exam. Although one can’t become a NICU nurse with only an LPN license‚ it is a viable option for a student with limited financial resources to begin their path towards their goal. LPN graduates can continue
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2 Compare and Contrast Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses When you compare the differences between an RN and an LPN you must first know what the skills and duties are. The roles of an RN and an LPN somewhat vary. There are‚ however‚ similarities and differences in education‚ training‚ duties and qualifications that are required to work safely and legally. While both are responsible for providing quality
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their careers and obtain their bachelor ’s degree in nursing. While the LPN performs much of the same skills‚ the student professional nurse must refine his or her skills in clinical judgment‚ collaboration‚ leadership‚ and delegation to effectively care for their patients as a professional nurse. The Role of the LPN Licensed practical nurses have an enormous responsibility- to their patients and coworkers alike. The LPN may work in a supportive role and can be paired up with Registered Nurses
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HCS/335 Ethics Case Study UOP JASON ZERWEKH May 14‚ 2012 “Jerry McCall is Dr. Williams’s office assistant. He has received professional training as both a medical assistant and a LPN. He is handling all the phone calls while the receptionist is at lunch. A patient calls and says he must have a prescription refill for Valium‚ an antidepressant medication‚ called in right away to his pharmacy‚ since he is leaving for the airport in thirty minutes. He says that Dr. Williams is a personal friend
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335 Holly Martinez de Andino‚ MS‚ RN‚ CLNC August 21‚ 2012 Wendy Herrold Ethics Case Study Week 2 Introduction “Jerry McCall is Dr. William’s office assistant. He has received professional training as both a medical assistant and a LPN. He is handling all the phone calls while the receptionist is at lunch. A patient calls and says he must have a prescription refill for Valium‚ an antidepressant medication‚ called in right away to his pharmacy‚ since he is leaving for the airport in
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An RN should never delegate RN responsibilities to LPNs. Parties involved in delegation must also understand they accountability and responsibility in the tasks being delegated. The nurse‚ or delegator‚ is responsible and accountable for assessing the client’s needs‚ making the decision to delegate‚ assigning
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an RN Role Abstract This paper will explore and discuss the challenges faced by an LPN transitioning to the new RN role. This paper discerns the obstacles of the transition phase in where an LPN is not yet an RN‚ but is held to such a standard. This paper deliberates the practice of being an assertive communicator; of being able to express emotions and confidence to have positive outcomes. In addition‚ the LPN will become actively involved in fostering interaction with co-workers‚ administrators
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nursing/ (RN)‚ licensed practical nursing or licensed vocational nurses (LPN/LVN)‚ and nursing assistant. Registered nurses are professional nurses who supervise the tasks performed by LPNs‚ and nursing assistants. LPN and LVN nurses provide basic care under the guidance of a doctor‚ registered nurse‚ or a nurse practitioner. Nursing assistants cannot be considered nurses. Their duties are limited to the tasks handed over by the RN or LPN. Certified nursing assistants help nurses by administering hygienic
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Alzheimer’s and dementia patients. Looking for an LPN position where there would also be a future opportunity for learning new skills as I advance in my career. Skills * Dementia and Alzheimer’s knowledge * Patient-focused care * Trustworthy companion * Efficient and reliable team player | * Excellent problem solver * Resourceful and reliable worker * Adept multi-tasker * Excellent verbal communication | Work History LPN/ CNA 06/2013 to current Hope Creek Care Center
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