Licensed Vocational Nursing Career Information
Licensed Vocational Nurse Role
Licensed Vocational Nurses provide basic nursing care, monitor patients, communicate observations to the care team, and support safe day-to-day care under appropriate supervision of Registered Nurses, Medical Doctors, Nurse Practitioners, and/or Physician Assistants.
Common Work Settings
- Hospitals
- Skilled nursing and long-term care facilities
- Clinics and physician offices
- Private homes and home health settings
- Group homes and other community-based care settings
After Program Completion
After successfully completing the Gavilan LVN program, graduates may apply for the NCLEX-PN and pursue entry-level LVN employment. Many students also continue their education later through LVN-to-RN or ADN planning.
Professional Growth
Strong communication, safe clinical judgment, reliability, and patient-centered care are essential in vocational nursing. Students who build these habits early are better prepared for both employment and continued education.