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considering LPN or RN

Hello to all the nurses here on the site! i am brand new and have a few questions. I am now training to become a CNA and am wanting to continue my training to become an LPN or RN. My question is, who gives the Iv's and draws the blood, and is there a big difference in the jobs, besides the pay? I am a little leary of IVs and blood drawing and want to know if there are any tips or tricks to get over the fear.

Thanks

Luci.

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    Hi Luci,

    Both LPNs and RNs can draw blood but depending on where you practice RNs usually start IVs. You will get training to help you and it is largely a matter of practice to become comfortable hitting a vein. Good luck.

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    Yes, there is a difference between a LPN, ASN-RN, and a BSN-RN. A BSN curriculum focus on research and have less clinical hours than ASN. I was afraid of IV's as well, but its a piece of cake, the hardest part is feeding the catheter through the vein. I would suggest that you go for your BSN. If not then go for the others and bridge over.

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