Licensed Practical Nurse
Description
A licensed practical nurse provides practical nursing care to patients under the direction of a registered professional nurse, licensed physician, dentist, or other licensed healthcare provider. A licensed practical nurse provides assistance to professional nursing and medical staff in such settings as a hospital, nursing home, physician's office, community health-care center, and rehabilitation facility.
Licensing Requirements
An applicant must file an application for licensure/registration with the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, to practice in New York State as a licensed practical nurse. The latest information and requirements for licensure are available on the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions website at www.op.nysed.gov/nurse.htm.
Licenses Issued and Active
From January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009, there were 4,007 licenses issued for this occupation.
As of January 1, 2010, there were 69,372 currently registered licenses for this occupation.
Note: While all nurse licensees must be registered to practice within New York State, being registered does not necessarily mean the licensee is actively engaged in practice.
Licensing Authority
New York State Education Department
Education Building, FL 2
89 Washington Avenue - West Wing
Albany, New York 12234
Phone: (518) 474-3817 Ext. 120
Fax: (518) 474-3706
E-mail: op4info@mail.nysed.gov
Standard Occupational Classification
29-2061 - Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
To learn more about this occupation go to the Occupational Information Network (O*Net).
Additional Information
National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Services, Inc.
1400 Spring Street, Suite 310
Silver Springs, Maryland 20910
Phone: (301) 588-2491
National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses, Inc.
1418 Aversboro Road
Garner, North Carolina 27529
Phone: (800) 948-2511 or (919) 779-0046
Fax: (919) 779-5642