practical nurse

prac·ti·cal nurse (PN),

a graduate of a specific educational program that prepares the student for a career in nursing with less responsibility than a graduate or registered nurse.

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practical nurse

n.

1. A licensed practical nurse.

2. A person who has had practical experience in nursing care but who is not a graduate of a degree program in nursing.

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practical nurse

A trained and licensed person who provides custodial-type care (e.g., help in walking, bathing, feeding, etc.). Practical nurses do not administer medications or perform medically related services.

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practical nurse

Nursing A trained and licensed person who provides custodial type care–eg, help in walking, bathing, feeding, etc PNs do not administer medication or perform other medically related services

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prac·ti·cal nurse

(prak'ti-kăl nŭrs)

A nurse who has graduated from an accredited practical nursing program, which is usually 12-16 months long. A practical nurse is licensed by a regulatory body and usually works under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
Synonym(s): licensed vocational nurse.

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