practical nurse

English

Noun

practical nurse (plural practical nurses)

A person who is certified to provide custodial care such as help in walking, bathing, and feeding.

Synonyms

PN

Coordinate terms

licensed vocational nurse (LVN)
nursing assistant (NA)
registered nurse (RN)
vocational nurse (VN)

Derived terms

licensed practical nurse (LPN)
PN

Translations

individual who provides custodial care

Finnish: lähihoitaja (fi)

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