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What settings can a licensed practical nurse practice in?
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A licensed practical nurse may work in any setting where nursing care is provided. Scope of practice remains the same regardless of setting. Examples of settings include (but not limited to): Hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, adult family homes, schools, camps, clinics, public health clinics, homes, hospice, community health centers, homeless shelters, insurance companies and other businesses, law offices, travel clinics, occupational health centers, private clinics, outpatient clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, dialysis centers, mental health centers, infusion centers, medical spas, nursing informatics programs, correctional centers/jails, county health departments, government offices, cruise ships, churches, casinos, and retail clinics.

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General Scope of Practice