Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Overview
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.
What do they do?
Licensed Practical Nurses perform a variety of tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse. They administer medicine and injections, and take vital signs.
How to become one
Successfully complete a licensed practical nursing certificate or associate degree program. Pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) and apply for licensure in West Virginia.
