How do they match: Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Medical Assistant

  • Assist in delivery, care, or feeding of infants.
  • Answer patients' calls and determine how to assist them.
  • Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration.
  • Prepare or examine food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
  • Supervise nurses' aides or assistants.

  • Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.
  • Assist patients with hygiene or daily living activities.
  • Manage preparation of special meals or diets.