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2. Licensed practical nurse - Wikipedia

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   A licensed practical nurse (LPN), in much of the United States and Canada, is a nurse who provides direct nursing care for people who are sick, injured, convalescent, or disabled. In the United States, LPNs work under the direction of physicians , mid-level practitioners , and may work under the direction of registered nurses depending on their ...

3. Nursing credentials and certifications - Wikipedia

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   Nursing credentials and certifications are the various credentials and certifications that a person must have to practice nursing legally. Nurses' postnominal letters (abbreviations listed after the name) reflect their credentials—that is, their achievements in nursing education , licensure , certification , and fellowship .

4. Nursing in the United States - Wikipedia

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   LPNs are also responsible for communicating a patient's needs to medical staff. In some regions, the equivalent role is termed a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). [7] [8] Registered Nurse (RN) Diploma in Nursing, Associate of Science (A.S.) in Nursing, Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nursing, or Master of Science (M.S.) in Nursing 3,130,600 [9]

5. How long is nursing school? It depends on your career goals

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   Licensed practical nurse (LPN) or licensed vocational nurse (LVN) program. 1 year, but potentially longer. Licensed practical or vocational nurse. Nursing diploma. 2 to 3 years. Registered nurse.

6. Nursing degrees in the United States - Wikipedia

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   The education required for a Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse is the completion of a 12-18 month program, typically at a technical college. The program focuses on task activities and prepares the nurse for the National Council Licensure Examination for Licensed Practical Nurses (). [4]

7. List of professional designations in the United States

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   must hold a current, unrestricted practical/vocational nurse license in the United States or its territories and must have hospice and palliative licensed practical/vocational nursing practice of 500 hours in the most recent 12 months or 1000 hours in the most recent 24 months prior to applying for the examination.