Utilizing LPNs/LVNs Safely and Effectively in the ICU

Author(s): Rebecca Johnson

Contact Hours 1.00

CERP C 1.00

Expires Dec 31, 2025

Topics: Staffing, Leadership, Management

Role: Manager, Staff

Fees
Member: Free
NonMember: $10.00

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Activity Summary

Required reading for all learners: Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) are a significant staffing asset in critical care nursing units. This session discusses the value of the LPN/LVN while clarifying their role capabilities. A case study of a new grad LPN provides useful ICU orientation and professional development information and resources. Additional discussions demonstrate how RNs and LPNs successfully and safely work together in the ICU.

Objectives

  • Identify at least two ways to integrate LPNs/LVNs into the ICU staffing mix.
  • Describe the RN-LPN relationship in the ICU.
  • Describe an orientation plan for LPN/LVNs in the ICU.

Continuing Education Disclosure Statement

Criteria for Awarding Contact Hours

Learners must complete the entire activity and the associated evaluation AND read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes. No partial credit will be awarded.

Accreditation

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider number CEP 1036, for {contactHours} contact hours.

Disclosures

The Nurse Planner has determined that no individuals with the ability to control content of this activity have relevant relationships with ineligible companies.

Activities with pharmacotherapeutic credit are to assist the APRN in fulfilling their education requirements for licensure and certification renewals.

Refund Policy

Continuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.