I need help,what is the difference between RN and LVN?

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Hi everyone,

I am a new student who just started her pre-requisites for the RN Program and I was just wondering...what IS the difference between a Registered Nurse and a Licenced Vocational Nurse?

Thanks.

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The responsibilities of both will vary from state to state. It is wise to visit your state's Board of Nursing web site to discover the scope of practice. The LVN/LPN usually works under the supervision of an RN, physician, or dentist. However a LVN/LPN can be the charge nurse in some nursing facilities. It all varies depending on where you live. Good luck.:)

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Registered Nurse

http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos083.htm

LPN/LVN

http://bls.gov/oco/ocos102.htm

These will give you sort of a better understanding and then always check with your state's board of nursing like the above poster mentioned!

Good luck!

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