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Occupational Supply Demand
Unit of Analysis
5159A LPN
Program(s) of Study and Training

A program that prepares individuals to assist in providing general nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse, physician or dentist. Includes instruction in taking patient vital signs, applying sterile dressings, patient health education, and assistance with examinations and treatment.

Any instructional program in practical nursing, vocational nursing, and nursing assistants not listed above.

Occupation(s)

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.