| Aspect | Harborview Medical Center Rn | Harborview Medical Center Lpn |
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| Credentials | Registered Nurse license (RN) | Licensed Practical Nurse license (LPN) |
| Work Environment | Acute care, specialized units, complex patient care | Basic patient care, supportive roles in similar settings |
| Job Responsibilities | Assessment, care planning, administering medications, patient advocacy | Basic patient monitoring, assisting RNs, routine procedures |
Harborview Medical Center RNs typically hold a registered nurse license and perform complex patient assessments and care planning. LPNs at Harborview provide basic patient care and support RNs. While both roles work in similar hospital environments, RNs handle more advanced responsibilities, whereas LPNs focus on routine tasks.