Career Options for Nurses
The nursing field is a popular career option for many people. Whether as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN), there are several choices within the workforce. Nurses may find gainful positions at all levels of medical practice.
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Home Health
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Both LPNs and RNs provide care to patients who wish to remain at home. They give medications, treat wounds, and provide personal and end-of-life care.
Nursing Home
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In nursing homes, LPNs give medicines, perform wound care and chart patients' progress. RNs may work directly with patients or hold supervisory positions.
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Hospital
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Nurses in hospitals can work in emergency rooms, ICUs, labor and delivery units, nursery areas and intermediate care floors.
Doctor's Office
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Doctors' offices are often staffed by LPNs, but may hire RNs as well. Duties consist of taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens and assisting doctors with treatments.
Agencies
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Nursing agencies employ both LPNs and RNs. These nurses fill vacant positions in all types of medical facilities on a temporary basis.
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