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  • Licensed vocational nurses (LVN), also known as licensed practical nurses (LPN), are a big part of a patient's care in the hospital or doctor's office. Becoming an LVN takes less time and training than becoming a registered nurse.

    Training / Licensing

    Vocational nurses are able to get their training and education in as little as one year, usually through a community or technical college. They must then pass a test given by the state before they are licensed to work as a vocational nurse.

    Duties

    Vocational nurses provide and attend to the daily care of patients as needed. Duties may include bathing, administering medications, caring for wounds and assisting with walking. They also monitor patients' vital signs and eating habits, and perform laboratory tests which are all reported to nurses and doctors.

    Specialization

    LVNs can choose to be a general nurse or a specialist. They can specialize in most any area of care, including elderly care, maternity, surgical, pediatrics or cancer care.

    Supervision

    LVNs are supervised and direct by registered nurses and doctors. LVNs may supervise nurse's aides, assistants and hospital volunteers.

    Schedule

    LVNs are usually needed 24 hours a day. Their schedule may vary to include nights, weekends and holidays.

    Source:

    Vocational Nursing

    Bureau of Labor Statistics Vocational Nurse

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