I have an inactive LPN license...can I work as a CNA?

caliotter3 · Mar 13, 2009

My state took away CNA certificates from licensed nurses almost 20 years ago. At one time one could work as a non certified CNA while being trained, but required to obtain CNA certificate after four months. I do not believe you can work in a CNA position without a valid CNA certificate, but this is something that you will have to verify with your state agency that oversees CNAs.

ohmeowzer RN, RN · Mar 14, 2009

i think it depends on where you live , i would check with your BON. i would think you would have to go be certified.

ScrappyED, BSN, RN · Mar 14, 2009

In TN you can work as a "nurse tech" after one semester of nursing school (where you learn how to take VS, do bed baths and other fundamentals). I would talk with HR at your local hospital(s) and get their opinion. Actually, you may be better working as a unit secretary--no certification required--less hard on the body, and you will learn a lot that will help in school about meds and labs and things. I did both before becoming an RN and the secretary position helped more than anything!

Zalan · Mar 14, 2009

I work in a Hospital as a Tech with No Certification. LTC Facilities will want a certification.

You could also try being a Home Health Aide(Baby Sitter) lot of hours, & very little pay $7.50 to $9.00/hr. Some Agency require you to transport Clients with your personnel Vehicle. Here is the catch 22 you have to have Commericial Automotive Insurance to transport them. If you wreck your car on the job. Personnel Car Insurance will not pay for it.

lorettap · Mar 14, 2009

I too have an inactive license i am in fl i am currently trying to find a lpn refresher course in my area i am planning on getting my cna until i meet req to activate my license

Equinox_93 · Mar 15, 2009

I am starting a refresher course in May to renew my LPN license...what are the chances of gettig hired as a nursing assistant or tech, until my classes are over? dont you have to have a certificate to get those jobs?

If your LPN license is inactive, and you don't have a CNA certification- then I'd say you aren't eligible- but that might vary state to state.