Friday, December 6, 2013

Licensed Practical Nurse


Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Duties and Responsibilities:  A licensed practical nurse work with registered nurses and physicians. They care for the injured or handicapped patients and also give any injections or medication needed. Their duties are taking blood pressure, taking temperatures, take pulses, and also give baths, Change the patient to fresh clothes. They care for patients in hospitals, houses, nursing homes, or any other medical housing facilities. Some may also work in private homes.  


Salary: $16,000-$30,000


Education:  A high school diploma or GED are strongly required but not needed in order to pursue this health career. They could take state approved training programs that are often held in hospitals, junior colleges, or any college.



Reflection: Al though I do enjoy helping the elderly and ill, I would not like to be a LPN.



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