How do they match: Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

  • Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

  • School Nurse

  • Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.

  • Work as part of a healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions.
  • Provide medical treatment or personal care to patients in private home settings, such as cooking, keeping rooms orderly, seeing that patients are comfortable and in good spirits, or instructing family members in simple nursing tasks.

  • Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.
  • Perform clerical work in medical settings.
  • Train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses.