Question:
What is the difference between "Registered nurses" and "Practical and
vocational nurses"?
Answer:
First and foremost, the level of education. Secondly, the practical or
vocational nurse does not function with the same level of responsiblity as a
registered nurse, and their level of allowed responsibility will vary from
state to state (dependent on any states given Nurse Practice Acts) and
instituion to institution.
Do not however, assume that the vocational or practical nurse knows less or is
not as capable as the registered nurse. I have found over the years that it is
not the initials behind your name that determine whether or not you are a good
nurse.....it is the individuals willingness to learn and grow, the individuals
ability to know their limitations and to act accordingly and responsibly. I
have worked with some excellent practical/vocational and registered
nurses
