Every Nurse

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

How to Become an LPN Updated February 7, 2023 by EveryNurse Staff One of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to enter the nursing field is to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. As an LPN, you will be an important member of a healthcare team and work closely with registered nurses and doctors to provide patients with quality healthcare.

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The Gypsy Nurse

DECEMBER 5, 2023

How To Start Your Travel Nurse Career as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 1. Passing the NCLEX-PN is a regulatory requirement across all states and sets a standard of competency for those pursuing LPN licensure. And there are many LPN jobs available to you that span the country.

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Registered Nursing

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The journey from a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to a Registered Nurse (RN) represents a significant step in a healthcare professional’s career. Fortunately, several LPN to RN programs across the United States offer an excellent education without the burden of exorbitant tuition fees.

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CynaMed

APRIL 28, 2023

3 minute read An LPN, also known as a licensed practical nurse, has many duties in a nursing home. Here are some of the expected LPN duties in a nursing home. LPN Jobs Near Me: What To Expect Before searching “LPN jobs near me,” it’s helpful to understand exactly what a licensed practical nurse does.

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CynaMed

MAY 1, 2023

3 minute read If you’re starting as an LPN, or licensed practical nurse, you may still be figuring out which responsibilities are yours. What kind of nursing home jobs can you expect to do as an LPN? We’re looking closer at the kinds of responsibilities an LPN can expect to encounter in a nursing home.

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Every Nurse

MAY 16, 2023

HIGHER EDUCATION Transitioning to LPN or Registered Nurse Roles: A CNA's Journey Updated May 17, 2023 by EveryNurse Staff Writers If you’re a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) seeking to advance your career in nursing , there are several paths you can take.

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Registered Nursing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

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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Registered Nursing

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Nursing is a dynamic and rewarding profession that offers various career pathways, with one of the most common being the transition from a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to a Registered Nurse (RN). For LPNs seeking a quicker route to becoming RNs, LPN to RN programs provide an accelerated option.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

JUNE 15, 2023

Working certified nurse aides (CNAs) in Hawai‘i who want to make the leap to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN) are getting a boost with legislation that Gov. Newly approved legislation helps to address the 'dire shortage of healthcare workers in our state,' governor says. Josh Green, MD , signed into legislation. Gil Keith-Agaran. “[The

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Health Leaders | Nursing

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The ATU Department of Nursing will launch a hybrid LPN-to-BSN program in fall 2024. The hybrid program will allow working LPNs to take online courses and complete clinical hours via simulation (50 percent) and preceptorship (50 percent). Clinical placement will be individualized based on geographic area and work experience.

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CynaMed

MAY 22, 2023

Is there a difference between LPN vs RN jobs and their corresponding salaries? And, how much do LPNs and RNs make in nursing homes or assisted living facilities? LPN vs. RN What is the difference between a licensed professional nurse (LPN) and a registered nurse (RN)? Both roles are equally rewarding.

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Nurse.com

JUNE 6, 2023

Two weeks after an LPN worked a night shift, she was informed by the director of nursing that there was a discrepancy with the narcotic medication count. The LPN insisted the count was right when she finished her shift. The LPN wonders what she should do and what might happen to her. What should the LPN do now?

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CynaMed

JUNE 5, 2023

3 minute read Building a rapport with coworkers is essential to any job, and LPN jobs are no exception. As a licensed practical nurse (LPN), you may work in various healthcare settings, from hospitals to nursing homes to clinics. We’ve got your back if you are an LPN looking for strategies to build connections with your workers!

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Emerging RN Leader

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Many of you have read about the more than 7,600 fake RN and LPN nursing diplomas issued by three South Florida-based nursing schools: Siena College in Broward County, Fla., Palm Beach School of Nursing in Palm Beach County, Fla.,

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Registered Nursing

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Licensed Professional/Vocational Nurses (LPN/LVNs) looking to advance in a new field may be surprised to learn of the Certified Managed Care Nurse (CMCN) pathway. Both LPN/LVNs and registered nurses are eligible for a managed care nurse certification. Why Become a Certified Managed Care Nurse?

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CynaMed

MARCH 13, 2024

2 minute read Are you considering becoming an LPN? Becoming an LPN is an incredibly exciting and vital role within the healthcare industry. This is why we have compiled a brief guide for LPNs to succeed in their field. While both LPNs and RNs will be helping care for patients, their duties and levels of care are different.

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American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024) I have been a proud LPN for over 25 years. If you are thinking about becoming an LPN, take time and review the definition of what an LPN is and the scope of practice. Most of all, know your why; why do you want to be an LPN? Reflect often on why you became a nurse.

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Donna Cardillo

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

The summer before my senior year of RN nursing school, I worked as an LPN (we were allowed to take LPN boards then after 2 years of RN education) in a county-run long-term chronic psychiatric facility. Most of the patients had been there for years and years long ago abandoned by their families.

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American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

We held virtual meetings, in-person staff huddles, and brain-storming sessions with unit charge nurses; disseminated weekly updates via email; and created badge buddies with LPN scope-of-practice reminders. Unit staff (RNs, LPNs, UAPs, and administrative assistants) completed the pre- and post-implementation surveys (60.6%

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CynaMed

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

What Is An LPN? A licensed practical nurse, or LPN , is a nurse that provides communication-focused care. The main intention of an LPN is to serve as a direct line of communication for the patient. By working alongside the primary RN, LPNs can provide emotional care as is necessary during treatment.

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American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

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. She contributes to the care of veterans, the image of nursing, the VA and the role of the LPN.

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Becker's Hospital Review

JUNE 7, 2023

Joseph Williams, BSN, RN, was recently named CEO of Rehabilitation Hospital of Bowie (Md.), an Encompass Health facility, but unlike many CEOs, Mr. Williams got his start as a licensed practical nurse.

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Daily Nurse

APRIL 17, 2024

In 2007, Scatton started as a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in the same unit where she now works as director. “I I went straight from high school to the LPN program. I was not even 20 years old when I started as an LPN,” she says. “I

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American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

In 2022, legislation was passed to expand this benefit to registered nurses (RN) and licensed practical nurse (LPN) student preceptors. Additionally, this tax credit has two funding sources, one for nurse practitioners and one for RN/LPNs. Investigation into sustainable funding for the RN/LPN fund is underway.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The college's new Extended Reality Lab has been in use since August and is currently being used primarily by students working to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN).

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IntelyCare

MARCH 9, 2023

As long as you meet minimum requirements and have an active and unencumbered license, any RN, LPN/LVN, or CNA living in a state that allows multi-state licenses can pursue one. For RNs and LPN/LVNs, the Nurse License Compact was developed to help facilitate easier cross-state practicing.

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Daily Nurse

MAY 8, 2024

From Spreadsheets to Stethoscopes Angeleen has been a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for seven years. After earning her LPN, Angeleen honed her skills in caring for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities before transitioning to complex pediatric care.

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The Gypsy Nurse

MARCH 8, 2024

Here’s what they said… Ways to spend free time on assignments: Embrace Exploration: “I always liked to go to places I haven’t been before so that I can do some sightseeing, get to know the people of the area,” shared Estia, travel LPN. From hiking through national parks to seeking out paranormal hotspots (so fun!),

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The Nursing Site

JUNE 26, 2023

For the newbies, the NCLEX is next for RN’s and LPN/LVNs. Congratulations to all the new grads whether you be total newbies or seasoned nurses with a higher education degree. Welcome to the nursing family You are all so very needed! Time to hit the books again. My best advice for this has always been to join a study group.

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American Nurse

MAY 12, 2023

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American Nurse

MAY 25, 2023

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American Nurse

MAY 5, 2023

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Post University

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Donavan Painter worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for 20 years before deciding to go back to school to become a Registered Nurse. He graduated in 1996 from the LPN program and started his career at Lakeland Regional Health in the emergency department.

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Health Leaders | Nursing

APRIL 15, 2024

The care model involves a unit made up of an RN, an LPN, a virtual nurse, a robot, and a CNA. The model separates the duties of the virtual nurse and the RN and LPN, and outlines the places where they cross over each other.

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American Nurse

JULY 26, 2023

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CynaMed

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

For those searching for “LPN jobs near me,” it’s important to know what kind of time off you can expect. Let’s take a closer look at what work hours and time off looks like for an LPN. What are the Work Hours for LPN Jobs? 3 minute read Nurses of all kinds are essential to the medical field.

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Scrubs

AUGUST 9, 2023

Before you decide on a nursing specialty, becoming a registered nurse, a LPN, or a student who will work towards a BSN, check it out, answer honestly, and let us know what you think! If you’re contemplating nursing as a career (or a career move), we put this quiz together just for you!

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