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Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered Nurses can work in all healthcare settings. In addition to the duties of a Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurses are able to:
  • Give therapeutic treatments
  • Give intravenous medications
  • Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, Patient Care Assistants and Home Health Aides.
  • Perform a physical assessment

To become a Registered Nurse you MUST:

  • Complete an Associate Degree in Nursing at a community college (two years) or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing at a university (four years).
  • Pass the NCLEX-RN test to practice in the state of Florida
  • Includes training in:
    • Anatomy
    • Physiology
    • Nutrition
    • First-aid
    • Basic nursing
  • Clinical experience
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