Employment
Licensed Pratical Nurse
Summary
A licensed practical nurse (LPN) assists in providing patient care services, under the direction of a registered nurse and/or physician. LPNs are responsible for assisting patients in daily living activities such as eating, sitting, bathing, restroom functions, exercising, etc. A large part of an LPN?s responsibility involves data collection and observation such as taking and recording a patient?s temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, height and weight. Additional duties may include more advanced functions such as dressing wounds, drawing blood samples, administering medications, monitoring IV equipment, etc. LPNs play a major role in ensuring that patients are physically, emotionally and spiritually comfortable. They must report any changes in a patient immediately to the proper persons such as physicians, registered nurses, family members, etc. Employment opportunities are broad and numerous and include hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, government agencies, the armed forces, etc.

Educational Requirements and Resources
In terms of education, this position requires completion of a state approved practical nursing program. Practical nursing educational programs can last anywhere between 7 and 24 months. After completion of schooling, all practical nurses must be licensed through a state board of nursing. In order to meet licensure requirements, individuals must pass a national examination (NCLEX-PN) that is administered by each state board. To learn more about licensure in the state of Ohio, visit the State of Ohio Board of Nursing. Please use the links provided below to learn more about specific educational programs pertaining to this field.

Licensed Pratical Nurse

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