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What is the difference between a Licensed practical nurse and a licensed vocational nurse?

I've had a recent career change and i wanna know what is the difference between an Licensed practical nurse and a licensed vocational nurse and if you are an LVN/ LPN what is it like from your perspective?
3 answers - Asked By: Harmony - 5/16/2011

What is the differences between a Licensed Practical Nurse and a Licensed Vocational Nurse?

Is there any difference at all? Why in the United States are LPN jobs being phased out?
1 answer - Asked By: Planck Epoch - 9/9/2009

What is your oppinion for lvn jobs?

I really would like to be a Licensed Vocational Nurse but I actually need to get a loan on it because financial aid does not cover it. I really would like to continue with it but im looking at a 12 year loan. I live in the Central valley area in California. Around Fresno. Do you think their is jobs for lvns around this area? I really dont want to be in debt if I cant get a job. I know it will be hard finding a job as a new nurse but I know volunteering might help?
2 answers - Asked By: Yorkielover - 4/7/2013

What's the difference between License Vocational Nurses and Registered Nurses?

I worked at Kaiser and spoke to many different people about their careers but all I got was "LVN's are basically RN's without a few extra papers and less pay". I am going to school to be an LVN starting in August and I want to continue school till I am a RN. But I want to know what is the difference between them as far as tasks go and pay?
3 answers - Asked By: *ChOmPeR* - 7/6/2009

Jobs for graduate Vocational Nurses in the houson area?

I don't have my license but i have graduated. Do you know of any jobs that take GRADUATE VOCATIONAL NURSES? I really don't care if it's in the hospital or nursing home or whatever. Thanks. I'm trying to help my aunt find a job in that area. Lol. I'm so sweet.
1 answer - Asked By: ~♥MissStephi♥~ - 1/2/2010

What are the different types of nurses and what do they do?

Does any one know the different types of nursing jobs and what do they do?where can i find info about them. what do lpn,rn, and practitional nurse have in difference?
2 answers - Asked By: sweet stuff - 4/18/2007

What are the education requirements to become an LVN?

If you are an LVN, are you satisfied with your career? What is the average pay scale for an LVN? I am considering this as a possible career - any information you can provide, or advice, would be appreciated. Thanks!
1 answer - Asked By: purrs4peace - 6/25/2007

Where can i find a job that will hire a new grad license vocational nurse?

I have just received my license to work as an LVN. i live in the high desert and was wondering if anyone knew of places that hire new grads with no experience?
2 answers - Asked By: amylynndawson05 - 5/18/2007

What is better to be a medical assistant or an license vocational nurse?

I HEARD THAT THEIR JOBS ARE NOT THAT MUCH DIFFERENT AND YOU MAKE MORE BY BEING AN LVN. SO CAN SOMEONE HELP ME.
1 answer - Asked By: misslady7 - 10/15/2007

What are the pros and cons to homecare nursing positions?

I am wondering if anyone can explain some pros and cons to home-care nursing positions? I am considering applying for this type of nursing position, but I don't have any experience with home-care. The pay is great, but sometimes it is not about the money looking at the bigger picture of the career as a whole. Thanks for the feedback!
0 - Asked By: Cami 518 - 1/15/2009

What is the job title of the person who gives infant shots @ the Doctors?

Looking to go into the medical field, but I cant figure out what the job title is. Also, what else is in their job description? Thank you for your time!
8 answers - Asked By: HotttMama0709 - 1/18/2010

What kind of education do I need if I want to be a nurse?

What is the salary for this job? What kind of classes should I take for college? Does it matter whether or not you go to a good college? What are the pros and cons of this job?
4 answers - Asked By: whatever123 - 6/13/2007

What's the difference between an LVN and an RN Nurse?

So I am a little confused on what to study for.. Is a LVN nurse better than RN nurse? What's the difference between them?.. I would like to become one of those nurses that are in Pediatric clinics, and they are the first to see the babies/kids first before the doctor so they can know what's wrong with them, check their weight, height, etc.. Am I going the right way or is that something completely different? NO RUDE COMMENTS, PLEASE!
2 answers - Asked By: *elii-n-yayaa* - 4/30/2012

What are some good nursing school or programs in california?

I am getting ready to finish high school in a few years and i would like to be a nurse but i don't think that i want to spend all my time in college.and if you can tell me how long the program or school is? and how much?
1 answer - Asked By: Quran - 6/24/2009

What is the difference between a certified nursing assistant and a licensed vocational nurse?

2 answers - Asked By: Karats - 6/25/2009

What kinds of jobs are available at Kaiser Permanente?

I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology and am working towards gaining externship experience as a pharmacy technician at a Kaiser location. What other kinds of jobs are available for me at this kind of hospital with the degree that I have?
1 answer - Asked By: definit02 - 2/22/2013

What exactly does a licensed vocational nurse do? what exactly would be her job, or what could she do?

I would like to know exactly what position she would have, what things she would do, and where could she work.
2 answers - Asked By: viva la verde - 11/7/2008

What is the best nursing fields from top to bottom?

What i mean is like, cna, then lpn, then rn, etc. i dont know anything at all about this and would really like to know what to get into because im very interested in nursing and would like to start off from the bottom to learn everything i can about it. and would like to know more info about each one too. im soo new to this and all i know is i want to be a nurse.
3 answers - Asked By: tinkerbell88 - 10/25/2007

What is the job market like for a LPN?

I a 35 year old guy and considering going to school for nursing. I would like feedback from some in the health care industry. What am I getting into?
3 answers - Asked By: foolofjoy - 12/16/2007

Should I go to nursing or cosmetology school?

I'm not able to decide between the two careers. I know nursing is in demand and more stable but I have a quite an interest in doing hair. I like nursing because of the stability it had to offer and I also find working in health-care quite rewarding. I am also considering going to school for both fields but I so undecided I'm leaning towards the cosmo first and then nursing what do you think would be a better choice? Any nurses or cosmetologist that could give me any advice?
1 answer - Asked By: Curly Q - 7/30/2011
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