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The LPN Path: Weighing the Advantages and Challenges of Licensed Practical Nursing

Every Nurse

CAREER PATHS The LPN Path: Weighing the Advantages and Challenges of Licensed Practical Nursing By EveryNurse Staff Writers | Updated on November 18, 2024 Medically reviewed by Joanna Whitfield, MSN, RN Our Promise We are dedicated to providing high-quality, trustworthy content. See our editorial policy.

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10 Best Remote Nursing Jobs in 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

Every Nurse

CAREER PATHS 10 Best Remote Nursing Jobs in 2024: A Comprehensive Guide By EveryNurse Staff Writers | Updated on July 10, 2024 Medically reviewed by Joanna Whitfield, MSN, RN Our Promise We are dedicated to providing high-quality, trustworthy content. Here’s an updated look at the top 10 remote nursing jobs for 2024: 1.

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Is Becoming an LPN Worth It? Pros vs. Cons of Licensed Practical Nursing

Registered Nursing

Pros of Becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Stepping into nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) can be an exciting and rewarding choice. LPNs play a crucial role in patient care and the healthcare system. Discover why many individuals find becoming an LPN to be a fulfilling and worthwhile career choice.

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Licensed Practical Nurses: Advancing, Succeeding & Achieving

American Nurse

Over 171,000 LPNs work in long-term care facilities, which is ranked as the number one field of nursing that LPNs are offered employment. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024) I have been a proud LPN for over 25 years. (U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024) I have been a proud LPN for over 25 years.

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Colorado Nurses Foundation Presents Awards for Nursing Excellence

American Nurse

At a gala event held on May 18, 2024, the Colorado Nurses Foundation honored seventy-eight nurses as Luminaries in fifteen categories. Andrea Pacheco, LPN , Exceptional Achievement by a Licensed Practical Nurse in Clinical Practice. Barbara Kent, LPN , Exceptional Achievement by a Licensed Practical Nurse in Community Nursing.

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Medical Assistant vs. Certified Nursing Assistant: Which Path is Right For You?

Registered Nursing

Providing patient education on medications and post-care instructions. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Overview Certified Nursing Assistants primarily provide direct patient care, typically in long-term care facilities like nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and rehabilitation centers.

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What the Proposed CMS Staffing Mandate May Mean for Your Facility

IntelyCare

Almost two weeks ago, it announced a proposed rule that would establish national minimum staffing standards for long-term care (LTC) facilities. If it takes effect, the proposed CMS staffing mandate would be the first federal effort to improve safety and quality care through minimum staffing requirements for nursing homes.