Thanks for finally giving LPN's the credit that is due instead of putting us down like I've seen a lot of RN's do. Lots of RNs have no clue what LPN's do. Kudos for a short and to the CORRECT point video.

I graduated two years ago as an LPN from Galen in Louisville, Ky. Back there now for my RN. Yes LPNs are real nurses and should be treated as such.

@cloudninety4143

4 ай бұрын

@naomilaboo can you share why you decided to go back for ur rn

As Canadian RN, having LPN's are definite assets within the wards. They can perform basic/advanced patient assessments, administer meds, and they have knowledge of IV/PICCS. With additional training, they can become perioperative LPN's and orthopedics LPN's. LPN's are most definitely nurses. So called "RN's/ Physician Assistants" that commented here get off your high horse if that's your actual occupation because these are hard working individuals. They deserve the respect.

@amytorres4882

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@chantanadinnall1511

9 жыл бұрын

does EN qualify?

@NileBreeze

7 жыл бұрын

Just Another Person: Thank you

@cielq Nursing assistant are called CNA they are not LVN/LPN. Nursing Assistance are not licensed personnel rather they are certified, hence the term Certified Nursing Assistance or CNA. LVN can do most of the jobs that an RN can do. I consider vocational nursing as a good stepping stone to RN.

i'm an LPN and i also do brain surgery on the weekends

the next time a rn downs a lpn, tell them , they're not a doctor.....petty vs. petty lol

How would you like it if a nurse practioner said "BSNs aren't real nurses cause they don't have their masters" haha. Oh, gotta love people and their "logic"

Well I saw your other comment before you deleted it. I don't understand how such an disrespectful person who lacks compassion and dignity such as yourself can be a nurse, hope you treat your patients better than your LPNs. I treat all my coworkers, CNAS LPNS RNS doctors and social workers, even the cleaning ladies, like that matter. Cause they do matter, Every single person is a piece to the puzzle and we all do our parts. Fortunately I am secure enough with myself to not put others down.Grow up

That was so sweet kiddo I admire your honesty and value your commitment as an RN and respect the fact that you respect us as well... (just passed the NCLEX PN) I someday will bridge to RN also and need to play catch up with the bills first... Stay amazing (and beautiful!!!) and keep on educating :)!

Its sad how ppl are goin in on lpns as if they are nothing having a big degree doesnt mean its ok to look down on someone or judge if u would look at a worker like that how do u look at a patient or a resident that soiled themselves bcus they are incontinent at least they are not out on the street begging for change they work hard just like an RN and there are different levels of nursing some are obviously more advanced but dont try to knock someone down just to build yaself up lets be better than that

To answer the question of whether it is just as hard to become an LPN as it is an RN, I would say that is different. The education is shorter in length and focused more on the task oriented duties of nursing. LVN'S are a great asset to the healthcare team and I have had the privilege of working with and being in charge of some great LPNs. one key thing that the video touches on is that LPN assesses the patient and does many of the same things but the RN has to co-sign meds and assessments.

thank you! it is a rewarding career with lots of interesting experiences. we work with the rns as team members in a hospital setting. best career choice for those who want to help care for people, are hard working, personable, diligent, and have good organizational skills.

From this LPN you rock!! thank you for speaking the truth.!!!!

Licensed vocational nurses are the nurse that Florence was talking about. Registered nurse is far more than that but the lvn is the nurse Florence was saying..

people don't know that LPNS are entry level jobs to nursing so when you go for your to become a rn you can go ahead and go to a bachelors degree because of the experience vs a cna who hasn't to go through the full thing

Pay rates and licensure aside, a nurse is a nurse because he/she was born that way. Yes there are some restrictions that vary by state or facility. But just because your facility has certain restrictions doesn't mean that is the law. L.V. NURSES can do most of what rns do. They haven't been groomed for management, but there are other things to consider. I personally would rather have an LVN with a good work ethic and a few years experience care for me than a new RN any day.

Changing diapers is almost always a CNA job, probably the only time an LPN would do this is when a person is very large or immobile and the CNA needs help lifting the patient. Showers are also usually done by CNAs, with the same exception as with the diaper. LPNs, however, do insert and change catheters, urine collection and/or feces sample, change colostomy bags, dress wounds, care for infections/sores, etc. I throw in those things incase you were asking bc you thought it was gross...

thank you for your information

CNA usually takes care of bed pan duty by the way. Remember though, you'll end up doing a bit of everything in the end because if there's something that needs tending to right in front of you, and it's within your restrictions, you're expected to take care of it. Obviously, wether you're a CNA, LPN or RN, you'll come across and deal all types of wonderful stuff from urine to blood to feces to mucus to pus on a regular basis. Of course if you work in a Dr's office vs. a hospital, it varies.

Lastly, with very difficult patients, in my experience, an RN or LPN on duty will usually volunteer to assist the CNA at changing time so the CNA doesn't get badly hit, etc. (This is in the case of nursing homes, mental hospitals, etc... but you can have a difficult patient anywhere you work, of course. Haha)

@cielq no thats actually what is called a care aid. I live in canada and that is no where close to what an lpn is. when camparing an rn with a lpn, the major difference is that an Rn is allowed to care for a pallitive patient on their own, lpns must be under the supervision of an Rn for a pallitive patient. other than that Rn's generally but not always have more of a managment job now and Lpn's do 90% of what a Rn does, but we just get paidless. saying that lpns are way underskilled isincorrect

@KillSwitchEngage0101 I'm a CNA and I take vital signs and do caths. =/ Starting RN school in January.

Did u have to take a test to start LPN ? Like Math & Reading and get a Good score

You're just arrogant, end of story. Yes you have a higher degree and wider scope of practice than an LPN, but what makes you think LPNs don't work hard? You are putting LPNs down by saying they aren't nurses. Their title has NURSE in it because that's what they are. I am done discussing this. Maybe if you put as much work into your mentality and character as you did with your BSN, then it'd be worth talking to you. But as far as I see you're beneath many LPNs no matter what skills you do.

@twincoil do you know how much lpns earn monthly?

@cielq LPN's are not like nurses aid's. Lpn's give meds, do assessment's for vital signs, insert catheters and catherter care ect..., among other things. Nurses aids cannot do any of this. Its very inconsiderate to lable lpn's under the same catorgory of a nurse's aid aka careaid. although care aids are an important part in many settings. btw I am an LPN . Lpn's do 90% of what a RN does and that is coming from Rn's with 20 years expericnce. ( my instructors).

The real difference between a rn and lvn is some few courses at the end of the day its real petty to look down on another nurse because at the end of the day were all NURSES Lvn is just the first level of nursing big deal!!You wouldnt want a doctor to look down on you just because you are a ’rn’ and vise versa

Not true. Depends where you are and what facility. Doesn't mean they aren't nurses either. They just have different roles than RNs. And what do you do? Are you a nurse? Cause if you are, then I guess you like talking down to people, taking care of a whole floor of patients without any help, or you just don't appreciate help? I feel sorry for your patients. And if you're not a nurse, then your argument is invalid and you should just stop lol

I have my AAS and my BA in Liberal Arts.. BUT I'm unemployed and can't get ANY job... I'm thinking of going back to get a basic CNA certification and then working in a Hospital... Hopefully when I am there a year then the Hospital would pay for my continued education to become a RN, Lab Tech or Surgical Tech.. Could you share any advice for me on this plan? Is it a good idea or not? Thanks for your time. :)

@JamericanGir

7 жыл бұрын

Why would you get a BAchelors in liberal arts??? Wat the hell kind of job can you get in liberal arts??? None!!! Unless you took some health/science classes apart of your bachelors, you'll basically be starting all the way back at square one. Try applying for accelerated BSN program, since you already have a bachelors some of your credits will transfer over and it will take 1-2 years to complete. Most accelerated programs are at private colleges

I am a CNA and I work at a nursing home. My manager in our unit is an LPN. And we have R.N.'s that work in my unit. The LPN (manager) is over the RN's. I am confused. I thought RNs were over LPNs....

@NileBreeze

7 жыл бұрын

She probably has a bachelors or a Masters degree in something else other than nursing, that's the only way I know of that some LPNs can assume managerial positions. One of our instructors at my nursing school was an LPN and I was just as confused but it turned out she had a masters degree prior to getting her nursing license which qualified her for the teaching position!

how long does it take to become a lpn? I went on google and it said it takes a year is that true.

@Christinajlpn

7 жыл бұрын

charlie isaacs yes

@davidwatson6831

5 жыл бұрын

Some LPNs Career Diploma's take up to 2 years to complete...

did I see a nose piercing?

@naomilaboo Thank you :)

I have a bachelors degree in a non health field and LPNS make more money than me. With the high cost of education which should be free; some people can't afford the luxury of an RN or a BSN. Why hate when all are here to help save lives. It makes no sense

thanks a nurse have to feel like nurse but I learned a few things about nursing from the KZread user Nunezeducation you guys should watch their videos

LVN's don't know what they don't know. Obviously RN's know what LPN's do, It's basic nursing.

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Hospitals really do not hire LPN's; their options is mostly home care, nursing homes, etc.

@RORRIMMIRROR

8 жыл бұрын

unfortunately, this is the trend. they are also going to require a bsn for their nurses soon. there is no way to judge how to pay or advance a nurses career in hospital by assessment alone. it must be through education.

@nursetobe-qz4hx

7 жыл бұрын

Edwin Guzman you obviously don't live in Florida

@Bubbleslovesfood

7 жыл бұрын

Edwin Guzman actually they are hired by doctors offices more than RNs

@night_sky_queen4941

7 жыл бұрын

My local hospital still hires them. A lot of them are phasing them out, but there are still some that hire them.

I am an LPN and the state says I’m a NURSE. All you little Karen’s in here can take it up with the state board if you can’t handle that.

LPNs are glorified CNAs and most RNs who were never LPNs will tell you that. That is why hospitals don't have LPNs anymore and nursing homes are trying to phase out LPNs.

@JamericanGir

7 жыл бұрын

Nursing homes are not phasing out lpns, where the hell did you hear that? Get your facts straight. Lpns are dominating the nursing homes

@Bubbleslovesfood

7 жыл бұрын

Stamps600 Actually most LPNs work in doctors offices assisting DOCTORS. My grandmother has been an LPN for over 40 years and yes she does IVs and has assisted in surgery. They are EVERY bit a nurse

@timothylampel815

2 жыл бұрын

Wayyyyyy wrong lol