LPN-RN-APRN

• LPN

  Licensed Practical Nurse
• LPNs in Florida


  • Authorized to perform all tasks at the CNA level
  • Can administer medications orally, topically and by inhalation or injection
  • LPNs who have completed additional training may administer intravenous therapy with exceptions
  • May not administer blood or blood products, plasma expanders, chemotherapy, investigational products or IV push medications, or mix IV solutions
  • Must work under the supervision of an RN or physician
• RN


  Registered Nurse
• RNs


  • Perform all of the tasks of a CNA or LPN
  • Responsible for higher-level functions that include more advanced knowledge, critical thinking skills and knowledge of the nursing process
  • Care planning and evaluation, delegation of appropriate tasks, care coordination and collaboration with other members of the health care team
  • Can perform the intravenous therapy functions denied to the LPN
  • RNs who have completed additional training and are certified in perioperative nursing may also act as first assistants (RNFAs) to surgeon in the operating room