Canada
In Ontario, there are two basic types of nurses: registered nurses (RNs) must have a BScN in nursing, 4 years of university for entry to practice; while registered practical nurses (RPNs) must have a 2‑year diploma program for entry to practice. Many registered nurses were grandfathered in when this change occurred and have completed 2- and 3‑year diploma programs. In Ontario RPNs have a greater scope of practice than most provinces. They can perform most tasks that an RN can do, however, the complexity of the patient's condition determines if the RPN is in charge of care, or receiving direction from an RN.
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