Beginning a career in health as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) requires suitable licensing credentials. To secure these, you must undertake and successfully complete a state-approved nursing program, such as the one offered by Boise State University. Following this, you are expected to pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Upon passing this exam, you receive a license, solidifying your legitimacy to practice professionally within that state. Note, however, that your license may not transfer across various states without an endorsement from the destination state. Please understand that your license must remain active, necessitating regular renewal via the state's Nursing Board. Notably, the perpetual validity of your license can be threatened by cases of professional negligence, medical malpractices, or criminal convictions, potentially resulting in suspension or revocation. Therefore, it's critical for you to uphold your professional integrity, never take more than you give, and wear your LVN/LPN license with honor at all times.