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Duncan · 09-16-2005, 09:15 AM

Howdy! I'm a from one of the two states that calls the LPN a licensed vocational nurse. The training is a year long. After the year is successfully completed, the student has the opportunity to take the NCLEX. If/when that is passed, he can then try to get into an articulation program (LVN/LPN to RN). I am very happy with the course. I work part time at a local hospital in Southern California as a CNA and am getting plenty of on-the-job training.

BTW, I'm new to this forum.

MarinetoNurse · 09-24-2005, 11:46 AM

Duncan,

Yes, that is correct about LVNs in Ca. I am also in Southern Cal, and my sister (an RN) went through the same procedure.

After passing my pre-reqs at a locall CC and finding myself on a 3 yr waiting list I've decided to try the accelarated process at National University. Each course is 1.5 months long and they offer both ASN and BSN paths.

Something to think about.

- Louis

Aaron C. · 09-29-2005, 01:41 PM

welcome to the forum.

The other state that uses the term LVN is Texas, is that correct? I'm an LPN from Oklahoma and I remember a girl transferring out in the middle of the year to a Texas school and remember thinking she'd be an LVN.

I should probably keep up with that stuff

Duncan · 09-30-2005, 08:19 AM

I have not found any site on the web that explains WHY Texas and California have chosen to call these vocational nurses instead of practical nurses. Each state board has its own standards. I worked with an RN who was an LPN in Utah and from what she told me she was able to push I.V. fluids as an LPN in that state. Go know!

"Definition: LVN/LPN Licensed Vocational (or Practical Nurse. A non-degreed, healthcare provider with practical experience and basic education in nursing. Renders basic nursing care. Where the LVN/LPN practice act allows, the LVN/LPN's scope of practice can include administering medications, drawing blood, and starting IVs.(Additional certification may be required.) Works under the supervision of a physician or RN."

http://nursing.about.com/od/glossary/g/LVN.htm

licensed vocational nurse

NOUN: abbr. LVN A licensed practical nurse in California or Texas.

http://www.bartleby.com/61/26/L0152600.html

09-16-2005, 09:15 AM	#1
Duncan Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 18	LVN/LPN Here Howdy! I'm a from one of the two states that calls the LPN a licensed vocational nurse. The training is a year long. After the year is successfully completed, the student has the opportunity to take the NCLEX. If/when that is passed, he can then try to get into an articulation program (LVN/LPN to RN). I am very happy with the course. I work part time at a local hospital in Southern California as a CNA and am getting plenty of on-the-job training. BTW, I'm new to this forum.

09-24-2005, 11:46 AM	#2
MarinetoNurse Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 4	Good ideas Duncan, Yes, that is correct about LVNs in Ca. I am also in Southern Cal, and my sister (an RN) went through the same procedure. After passing my pre-reqs at a locall CC and finding myself on a 3 yr waiting list I've decided to try the accelarated process at National University. Each course is 1.5 months long and they offer both ASN and BSN paths. Something to think about. - Louis

09-29-2005, 01:41 PM	#3
Aaron C. Admin aka Shortbus Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Edmond Posts: 8,029	welcome to the forum. The other state that uses the term LVN is Texas, is that correct? I'm an LPN from Oklahoma and I remember a girl transferring out in the middle of the year to a Texas school and remember thinking she'd be an LVN. I should probably keep up with that stuff __________________ Travel Nursing Company Nursing Degrees Online Nurse Reviews Nursing Jobs Travel Nursing Jobs

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09-30-2005, 08:19 AM	#4
Duncan Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 18	I have not found any site on the web that explains WHY Texas and California have chosen to call these vocational nurses instead of practical nurses. Each state board has its own standards. I worked with an RN who was an LPN in Utah and from what she told me she was able to push I.V. fluids as an LPN in that state. Go know! "Definition: LVN/LPN Licensed Vocational (or Practical Nurse. A non-degreed, healthcare provider with practical experience and basic education in nursing. Renders basic nursing care. Where the LVN/LPN practice act allows, the LVN/LPN's scope of practice can include administering medications, drawing blood, and starting IVs.(Additional certification may be required.) Works under the supervision of a physician or RN." http://nursing.about.com/od/glossary/g/LVN.htm licensed vocational nurse NOUN: abbr. LVN A licensed practical nurse in California or Texas. http://www.bartleby.com/61/26/L0152600.html

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