whats the difference between a LPN nad a RN????

Question

just curious. ☺

Answer 1

LPN-These individuals usually have twelve months to two years of training in anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and practical patient care. They must pass state or national boards (such as NCLEX-PN in the U.S.) and renew their license periodically.
LPNs can perform simple as well as complex medical procedures, but must operate under the supervision of either a registered nurse (RN) or a physician. They can administer most medications, excluding IV push medications, monitor patient response to medications, implement wound care, perform vital sign measurements (blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, etc), maintain patient records, help with patient-care planning, surgery, Basic Life Support, sterile and isolation procedure, collect samples for lab testing and provide a standard and consistent level of care.LPNs work in a variety of health care settings. They are often found working under the supervision of physicians in clinics and hospitals, or in private home health care. In long term care facilities, they sometimes supervise nursing assistants and orderlies.

In the hospital setting, registered nurses are often assigned a supervisory role to oversee tasks performed by LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel such as nursing assistants. However, the RN remains responsible for the safety and care of the patient.

Answer 2

Hope this helps you understand. I am an lpn, and only going back to get my RN for the $$$ and be able to work in the ER. Most hospitals only hire RN's. Due to so many IV's which lpn's are not allowed to do unless trained and IV certified! But in most cases, that certification is somewhat useless.....

The Nurse Practice Act defines both the RN and LPN. It says that practical nursing is the performance of certain duties, including administration of treatment and medication in the care of the injured or sick, and promotion of wellness, maintenance of health and prevention of illness under the direction of an RN or a licensed physician. While the LPN may have a wealth of knowledge over a long and productive career, this does not make her a RN. The LPN is always required (no matter what state she works in) to work under the direction of a RN or licensed physician.

While RN’s are allowed to perform more procedures with less supervision, sometimes the job responsibilities can be the same and often overlap with the LPN. This often leads to friction and resentment if all the nurses (LPN’s and RN’s) are not respectful and professional. The difference between the RN and LPN is in education, training and pay. Sometimes the experienced LPN actually knows more than a new RN, but the RN is always “in charge”.

Answer 3

LPN stands for Licensed Practical Nurse; RN, Registered Nurse. An RN has more education and can do things clinically that an LPN cannot.

Answer 4

LPN in Nurse terms means Low Pay Nurse LOL 2 years votech school RN Registered Nurse 4 year college degree. LPN $26000 a year RN $45,000 a year

Answer 5

An RN has more training than an LPN, and thus a higher paycheck. An RN has an associate's degree or higher, and an LPN has a certificate.