LPN Role During a Code Blue
Nurses are often the first responders to Code Blues. They are the ones at the bedside around the clock, and the ones who first notice signs of clinical deterioration. Nurses play an important role...
View ArticleCalifornia LVN Licensure and Challenging the Boards
The United States is currently in the midst of a nursing shortage. Demand for healthcare services, current health care legislation and an increase in the aging baby-boomer population has caused nurses...
View ArticleSpecialty Certification for LPNs
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are a valuable member of the healthcare team. They often serve as the eyes and ears for the RN and physician and collect critical data that is used to formulate a plan...
View ArticleConflict Resolution for the Licensed Practical Nurse
The role of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Licensed Vocation Nurse in some states, is challenging on many levels of nursing care. Caught between the level of Registered Nurse (RN), and...
View ArticleFocused vs. Comprehensive Assessment
The Licensed Practical/Vocation Nurse (LPN/LVN) is a highly valuable member of the medical care team. By partnering with Registered Nurses, Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) or Patient Care Technicians...
View ArticleEthical Dilemmas for LPNs
Ethical dilemmas are something that every nurse will eventually run in to. How these dilemmas are handled can drastically change the outcome of many situations. Let’s say an issue comes up, but the...
View ArticleCan I Become an LPN If I Have a Criminal Record?
People can always change, especially if they have the drive to. Perhaps you got into some trouble when you were younger and it is still on your record, or maybe you were not at fault but were around...
View ArticleSafety Hazards for the LPN
A Licensed Practical Nurse is more at risk for work-related injuries than you might think. No matter where you work or what your job is, there is always going to be safety hazards. Along with these...
View ArticleTravel Nursing for LPNs
So, you have graduated and are looking at all of your available options. Or maybe you are thinking of attending school to become a Licensed Practical Nurse and are wondering what routes you will have...
View ArticleCan LPNs Administer Medication?
In a broad statement, yes, a Licensed Practical Nurse can administer medication, it just depends on the kind. It is always very important to know and understand your scope of practice, no matter your...
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