Additional LPN Certifications

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Hi Everyone. I have been an LPN for 2 years and still struggling to find my "niche". Anyways,

1)has anyone gotten additional certifications? I saw a different thread that showed many options LPNs have to further their education.

Another question... 2)Would I have to re-take these certifications if I got my RN? I don't want to put time and energy and $ into getting these certs, then get my RN and them be "erased". I know I will gain knowledge either way, but we all know what looks best on a resume- and that's what employers want to see.

Just wanted some insight..

3) Will these credits be virtually erased if I do them before RN school? (Will I have to re-do them?)

and

4)has anyone done this - - > Become a Nurse Esthetician: Education and Career Roadmap

Thanks so much!

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Specializes in HH, Peds, Rehab, Clinical.

What kind of certifications are you looking at?

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

Here's some valuable information from one of our site admins (sirI):

Certification shows that the LPN/LVN has added knowledge, skills and expertise in a specialty area. This can be a great asset when marketing for a coveted position. Added certification lifts confidence levels and provides personal pride in the achievement attained.

The following are not inclusive:

National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses:

IV Therapy

Gerontology

Developmental Disabilities Nurses Association:

Developmental Disabilities (DDS)

Childbirtheducation.org:

Breastfeeding Counselor Certification Examination

Childbirth Educator

Infant Massage Instructor

Labor Doula

Pre-Natal/Post-Natal Fitness Instructor

National Commission on Correctional Health Care:

Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP)

Certification Board for Urologic Nurses and Associates

Certified Urologic Associate (CUA)

National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Service, INC. (NAPNES):

Certified Long Term Care (CLTC)

Long Term Care Re-Certification

Pharmacology Certification

IV Therapy

Association of Clinical Research Professionals:

Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA)

Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC)

Certified Principal Investigator (CPI)

Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center:

Certified Hospice and Palliative Licensed Nurse

Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant

National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy:

Wound Care Certification

Diabetic Wound Certification

Lymphedema Lower Extremity

Other Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Certified Hemodialysis Nurse

Certified Peritoneal Dialysis Nurse

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As stated, these are not inclusive. Please add other Certifications that you have received.

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