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Licensed Practical Nurse (lpn) Roles
overall review score: 4.2
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) roles involve providing direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians.
Key Features
- Administer medications
- Monitor patient vital signs
- Assist with daily living activities
- Document patient care
- Educate patients on health and wellness
Pros
- Opportunity to provide hands-on patient care
- Variety of settings to work in (hospital, nursing home, home health)
- Shorter training program compared to registered nurses
Cons
- Limited scope of practice compared to registered nurses
- Lower salary than registered nurses
- May experience high levels of stress and physical demands