Licensed Vocational Nurse
An individual with post-high school vocational training and practical experience in the provision of nursing care at a level less than that required for certification as a Registered Nurse. [An alternate term for licensed practical nurse arising from difference in occupational titles between states and post-high school training programs and institutions.] Requirements for education, experience, licensure, and job responsibilities vary among the states.
Source: NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy, version 25.1 · Classification: Licensed Vocational Nurse · Specialization: none · Section: Individual
- Providers
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- States
- 4
- Cities
- 11
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163WA0400XAdministrator Registered Nurse163WA2000XAdult Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurse163WP0809XAmbulatory Care Registered Nurse163WP2201XAmbulatory Women's Health Care Registered Nurse163WW0101XCardiac Rehabilitation Registered Nurse163WC3500XCase Management Registered Nurse163WC0400XChild & Adolescent Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurse163WP0807XAbout taxonomy 164X00000X
What does taxonomy code 164X00000X mean?
164X00000X is the NUCC taxonomy code for Licensed Vocational Nurse. The prefix 16 denotes the Nursing Service Providers grouping, 4X the Licensed Vocational Nurse classification, and 00000 indicates no further specialization.
How many Licensed Vocational Nurse providers have an NPI?
NPIFinder currently indexes 26 providers who list 164X00000X on their NPI record, 23 of them as their primary taxonomy. California, Texas, Oregon have the most.
Is a taxonomy code the same as board certification?
No. Taxonomy codes are self-reported when a provider applies for an NPI and are not verified by a licensing or certifying board. Check the state license number on the provider profile for licensing status.
How do I find a Licensed Vocational Nurse near me?
Use the state filter on this page, pick one of the top cities, or search the registry with your city or ZIP code in the location box above.