licensed practical nurse (lpn)
licensed practical nurses (lpns) provide nursing care to individuals and groups in a variety of settings. lpns work under the direction of doctors and registered nurses (rns).
licensed practical nurses are required to complete an approved nursing program and to take a licensing exam in the province in which they practice.
current as of: october 24, 2023
author: healthwise staff
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