Differentiate functions among nursing personnel.

Differentiation should include

• registered nurse (RN)
• licensed practical nurse (LPN)
• certified nurse aide (CNA)
• the role of delegation to unlicensed assistive personnel. (Board of Nursing Regulation 18VAC90-20-420 to -460 Links to an external site.)

Refer to Unit I in Nurse Aide Curriculum Links to an external site., Virginia Board of Nursing, Virginia Department of Health Professions, 2018.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are the different types of nursing care patterns (e.g., team, primary)?
• What are the educational requirements for an RN?
• What are the job responsibilities of an LPN?
• What are the educational requirements for a CNA?
• What are the job responsibilities of a CNA, according to facility policy?
• Why is it important for all nursing personnel to understand the chain of command?