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What Does an LPN Do?

If you are someone who is considering a being an LPN, it’s very likely that you may have spent some time thinking about what an LPN does. An LPN is a Licensed Practical Nurse, so just the name should tell you something right away! LPNs typically perform a variety of nursing duties, and assist the other medical staff in a …

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LPN vs RN: What are the Differences?

If you’re thinking about becoming an LPN, you’ve probably thought some about other options too, such as becoming an RN. So what are the differences between a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Registered Nurse (RN)? Let’s take a look! First of all, an LPN program generally takes less time to go though than RN program, although this may depend specifically …

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Where Do LPNs Work?

This is a good question to think about if you’re considering becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse or LPN. It’s good to have an idea of where you might work, right? Well, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, LPNs work in a variety of places. Let’s take a look at what those places might be. Nursing Care Facilities – 38% …

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LPN Education – Things a Person May Learn

Studying to become LPN is a serious thing; there’s a lot of information a person needs to learn, and also a lot of different skills too. It’s not something that can be done in a short amount of time or rushed through. With that said, let’s take a look at some of the things that an LPN may learn in …

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What is HIPAA?

With the latest privacy push in healthcare and personally identifiable information, it is imperative that LPN nurses understand HIPAA regulations to properly comply in their workplace. What is HIPAA? HIPAA is an acronym for a federal privacy regulation. It stands for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability act of 1996. It’s found at 45 CFR Part 160 and 164. HIPAA affects …

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LVN vs LPN Explained

Difference Between LPN and LVN If you’re trying to decide between becoming an LPN or an LVN, you’re in luck:  there are one and the same – except for their titles. LPN, which stands for Licensed Practical Nurse, is the title used in forty-eight states (and most Canadian provinces). California and Texas use the acronym LVN, for Licensed Vocational Nurse. …

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