LPN/LVN Additional Certifications

I know that you guys (LPN/LVN's) can now get a load of other certifications on top of your LPN license. I know that you can get your IV certifications and oxygen and what not, but what are some of the other possibilities for an LPN?

It makes me feel silly not knowing these things as a nurse with 3 years experience or more, but I guess it doesn't hurt to ask! I try to focus on the medication and patient care part

Hello, antidote,

http://www.nflpn.org/certification.html IV therapy and Gerontology


http://www.ddna.org/pages/certification Developmental Disabilities (DDS)

http://www.childbirtheducation.org/laborspt.html clinical labor support specialist (CCLSS)

http://www.childbirtheducation.org/in_doula.html certified labor doula (CD)


http://www.childbirtheducation.org/in_breas.html certified breastfeeding counselor (CBC)

http://www.childbirtheducation.org/fitness.html certified prenatal/postnatal fitness instructor


http://www.napnes.org/certifications/ltc.htm Long Term Clinic (CLTC)


http://www.napnes.org/cltc_recertification.pdf#search='Certification%20p rograms%20for%20the%20LPN' Long Term Clinic RE-certification

http://www.napnes.org/certifications/pharmacology.htm pharmacology certification


And, do not forget ACLS, PALS, NRP

I am just curious...what benefits does the pharmacology certification offer to us? Thanks for sharing the information with us!

Hello, pagandeva,

Certification shows that you have added knowledge in an area. Pharmacology certification shows that you have added knowledge in medication administration and patient education. This can be a boon for those seeking positions where the LPN will be pushing IV drugs. Also, educating the patient on their drugs, etc. Many entities look for the LPN who has this certification.

Thanks for the insight. I will inquire about it and consider taking it up. I have always had an obession with pharmacology since my actual class was a complete disaster. Since then, I have acquired so many textbooks for cheap on the subject that I went on overdrive. Now, thinking about it...I will, in fact do it before the year is out. Does this consist of attending a class? Or is this all on line as it appears? I will look more into the web sites when I get home from work this evening...and I really appreciate your list of items you shared.