LPN Vs RN | What is the Difference Between RN and LPN?

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LPN vs RN Nursing. Learn the differences between 2 different types of nursing.

LPN Vs RN Educational Requirements

Students must hold a GED or high school diploma before entering an LPN program.  LPNs attend school for approximately 1 year.  Some students may be able to complete these programs in less than one year.  Students can choose between technical schools, junior colleges, and vocational schools.

The curriculum in the LPN programs teaches students to learn how to apply their knowledge and skills to various medical settings.  The program courses may consist of nutrition, CPR, medical calculation, anatomy and physiology, and medical surgical nursing.

Upon completing an LPN program, students must sit for the certification exam.  After passing the NCLEX-PN, students may practice as Licensed Practical Nurses.

Students may attend school for 2 to 4 years to become Registered Nurses.  Some students choose to attend a junior or technical college to earn their associates degree in nursing, while others attend school for 3-4 years to earn the bachelors degree in nursing.  Both degrees allow nurses to work as Registered Nurses.

LPNs provide less skilled care to patients.  They work under the direct supervision of doctors and Registered Nurses.  Their nursing skills allow them to provide basic bedside care to each of their patients.

LPNs are also responsible for dressing, feeding, moving, comforting, and bathing their patients.  Their skill set does not allow them to work independently so they must always work under RNs and doctors.

RNs perform highly skilled activities for their patients.   They are responsible for educating each patient regarding their medical conditions and treating the patients as well.   They also must be skilled in providing emotional support to patient’s and the family members.  RNs also assist patients’ family members with tips to caring for their sick loved ones.

At times, RNs may have to operate heavy medical machinery.  They are also responsible for analyzing test results, performing diagnostic tests, observing patient conditions, administering treatments and therapies, administering medications, recording patient conditions, and maintaining intravenous lines.

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