In a previous post, we covered Nursing Assistant Roles at Caring Staff Nursing Agency.
But did you know that Caring Staff is also a leading provider of Nurses?
We staff long-term care with the best nurses the healthcare industry has to offer — both Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs). We give you an unlimited amount of opportunities as well as the tools you need to build your skill set and grow in the field of healthcare.
In this post, we'll go over the two most common nursing roles we offer at Caring Staff — Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs).
You'll learn about the responsibilities of the role, the difference between LPNs and RNs, the requirements of becoming a Caring Staff Nurse, and benefits that come with it.
LPNs and RNs: What's the Difference?
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), sometimes known as Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) in certain states, and Registered Nurses (RNs) are both crucial members of the healthcare team, but there are significant differences in their training, scope of practice, responsibilities, and career opportunities.
Education and Licensing
LPNs complete a practical nursing program, which typically takes about one year and is offered at community colleges, technical schools, or hospitals. They must then pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) to become licensed.
RNs have a more extensive education. They must complete either an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), which takes about two years, or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), which takes about four years, at a college or university. After completing their degree, they must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) to practice.
Scope of Practice
LPNs work under the direction of RNs and physicians and their scope of practice is more limited. They provide basic nursing care, such as checking vital signs, preparing injections, administering medications in some states, dressing wounds, and assisting with activities of daily living.
RNs have a broader scope of practice and are able to perform comprehensive assessments, develop nursing care plans, administer medications, perform complex medical procedures, provide education to patients and their families, and coordinate the overall care with other healthcare professionals.
Responsibilities
LPNs are often tasked with more routine nursing duties and have less autonomy. They might work in settings such as long-term care facilities, home healthcare, and some hospital departments.
RNs have a greater responsibility when it comes to critical thinking and decision-making in patient care. They can work in a variety of specialties like pediatrics, emergency care, surgery, oncology, and more. They also have opportunities to move into advanced practice roles, management, or educational positions if they choose to further their education.
Career Opportunities and Advancement
LPNs may have fewer opportunities for advancement without additional education. They often return to school to become RNs through LPN-to-RN or LPN-to-BSN programs.
RNs have a broader range of career opportunities. With a BSN, they can pursue advanced roles such as Nurse Practitioner (NP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Nurse Midwife, or Nurse Anesthetist, which require graduate-level education.
Salary
LPNs generally earn less than RNs due to their lower level of education and more limited scope of practice.
RNs typically have higher salaries, which can vary widely based on their education level, experience, specialty, and the state in which they practice.
Work Environments
LPNs might be more limited in where they can work, with a large number working in long-term care settings. However, they can still work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home health settings.
RNs have more flexibility in their work environments and can be found in every healthcare setting, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, military facilities, and public health organizations.
Job Outlook
Both LPNs and RNs are in high demand, but the demand for RNs is typically higher due to their advanced skill set and the trend in healthcare toward having a more highly educated nursing workforce.
In summary, while LPNs and RNs share some fundamental nursing skills and duties, RNs have a more extensive education, a wider scope of practice, more job responsibilities, and greater opportunities for advancement. The role of an RN is more expansive and typically commands a higher salary. However, both LPNs and RNs are important to providing quality healthcare, and their roles can sometimes overlap depending on the setting and specific job.
Caring Staff Benefits
Work Environment
Employee of the Month Recognition
Unlimited Support from Your Recruiting and Staffing Team
Career Advancedment Opportunities
Compensation
Competitive Pay Rates
Weekly Pay
Bonus Opportunities
Holiday Pay and Holiday Bonuses
W2 Employee — Your Taxes Are Paid For By Us
Wellness
Flexible Scheduling
Pick Up Shifts From the Convenience of Your Phone
Employee Discount Program — Save BIG on Theme Parks like Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Six Flags, Hotels, Car Rentals, Movie Theater Tickets, and more
Culture and Diversity
We pride ourselves on being a company that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion by recognizing, respecting and celebrating our differences, encouraging everyone we employ to be their true and authentic selves.
We are LGBTQ+ friendly, and we have internal and clinical staff that come from all different kinds of ethnic and religious backgrounds.
At Caring Staff, our core values are:
Compassion
Integrity
Kindness
Generosity
We currently offer LPN and RN roles in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maryland, and Virginia.
The more Caring Staff grows, the more we'll be able to expand into other states, and the more opportunities you'll have available to you!
Looking for an LPN or RN position that pays you well, but also allows you to achieve the perfect work-life balance? Apply now at www.thecaringstaff.com to get started.
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