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Additional LPN Certifications

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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    What kind of certifications are you looking at?

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    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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