What is the difference between a licensed PN (LPN) and a registered nurse (RN)?
The difference lies in the nursing scope of practice wherein RNs have a higher degree of accountability and responsibility while they supervise the LPNs. Also, RNs, who are graduates of an associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing, have a better and faster career growth. The careers of LPNs also advance, but they have to enroll in a ladderized program (as done in the US).
