katbaxt7

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1. Medical assistants and LPNs

   katbaxt7 replied to Angela Ma's topic in LPN/LVN

   I will address it. MAs were implemented to supplement the staffing needs in clinical settings when there was not the skill level needed to justify paying the salary of an LPN or RN. They are certified as an assistant while LPNs are licensed and are...

2. Medical assistants and LPNs

   katbaxt7 replied to Angela Ma's topic in LPN/LVN

   That may be the case in Alaska but it is certainly not the trend in the states. I have held an LPN license for 31 years now and was a Practical Nurse in the Army for 8+ years. MAs were implemented to supplement staff in clinical settings where the ...