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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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Nurses Month 2023

American Nurse

May 2022 is divided into four weekly focus areas—Self-Care, Recognition, Professional Development, and Community Engagement. Week 3—Professional development (May 15–21) will show you how to access resources and insights to guide you in your professional development.

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LPNs in modified care delivery models

American Nurse

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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Can an LPN/LVN Become a Certified Managed Care Nurse? The Answer May Surprise You

Registered Nursing

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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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Stacey Garnett

Minority Nurse

Garnett consistently enables her staff, students, and mentees to use educational and professional development opportunities to foster their growth and advancement. In 2019, she mentored a student struggling to pass her exam to become an LPN. Garnett’s tenacity and zeal energize her followers to achieve incredible feats.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Celebrating 100 Episodes of “See You Now”Podcast!

The Relentless School Nurse

Nurses can download the bundled listening tracks to earn these free CNE credits, contributing to their professional development and education: [link] Their efforts led to a cure for tuberculosis, a disease responsible for nearly 18% of New York City deaths in the early 1900s.

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10 Best Remote Nursing Jobs in 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

Every Nurse

These professionals develop curricula, teach virtual classes, and mentor the next generation of nurses. Medical writers may specialize in areas such as pharmaceutical communications, medical device documentation, or clinical trial reporting, requiring a blend of scientific knowledge and communication skills.