Can I work as an LVN with only an RN license in CA?

U.S.A. California

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I am a newly licensed RN but currently hold an LVN job. My LVN license will be expiring soon and I would like to avoid paying renewal fees if possible. Is it necessary to have an active LVN license in order to continue working as an LVN, or will my RN license also allow me to work as an LVN? The CA BON website does not specifically answer this question but does state that RNs may work as CNAs since the duties of a CNA are within an RN's scope of practice. Since the duties of an LVN are also within an RN's scope of practice, I am hoping the same holds true. Does anyone know? Thank you!

No you can't work as an LVN with an RN license.

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Hi, i have 2 questions bout my foreigner license

1- when i got here i applied to get the RN here and they asked me to complete pediatric and obstetric and my application time is expired how can i update the case?

2- while i am waiting for my RN can i apply for LVN or CNA, if yes do i have to go through the same process?

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