What is a graduate practical nurse?

A graduate practical nurse has just graduated from a nursing program but has yet to be formally licensed as a practical nurse. As a graduate practical nurse, you typically work at a health care facility under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Your job duties include monitoring patients, providing support to the RNs with daily responsibilities. This position allows you to gain hands-on experience in the field while studying for your nursing exams. The qualifications to become a graduate practical nurse include a bachelor’s degree in nursing.