| Aspect | Full Time Siu Nursing | Full Time Registered Nurse |
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| Credentials | Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification | Registered Nurse (RN) license and degree (ADN or BSN) |
| Work Environment | Skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, clinics | Hospitals, clinics, community health settings |
| Job Responsibilities | Basic patient care, medication administration, monitoring vital signs | Comprehensive patient care, care planning, patient education |
Full Time Siu Nursing roles typically require LVN or LPN certification and focus on basic patient care in various healthcare settings. Full Time Registered Nurses hold an RN license, enabling them to perform more complex medical tasks and care planning. Both roles are essential in healthcare but differ in scope, responsibilities, and required credentials.