Nurses LPN/LVN
Updated: Jul 22, 2023 Published Apr 10, 2006
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ruthalittle
60 Posts
When I was in school we had to show proof of malpractice insurance, along with current CPR certification. I don't remember how much it was at a student rate.
My current malpractice insurance as an LPN in Illinois was $107 for this year. It's through nso.
I'm not REQUIRED to carry malpractice insurance, and my employer has malpractice insurance, but I would not feel comfortable unless I had my own coverage. Having my own insurance means that, God forbid, someone should ever make an accusation against me, I would have an attorny to represent ME, not the company AND me.
Also, you can clain it as a deduction on your taxes. :)
kellenl
20 Posts
Baylay and TLC:
As an employer I would NEVER consider hiring a LPN or RN without them carrying their own malpractice insurance. The insurance employers provide does cover a portion of legal expenses but most employers require nurses carry their own and it is foolish not too.
GoosbyLPN
574 Posts
Wow I never knew this Im going to sign up soon as i get a job...
proudauntie415, LPN, RN
86 Posts
wow, thanks for this thread! As much as I have on AN, never seen anything on this. So glad I landed on this!! Will be getting malpractice as soon as I start my new job!
JustBeachyNurse, LPN
13,952 Posts
Consider applying now as sometimes there is a waiting period for the coverage to take effect.