Licensed Practical Nurse

Duties and Responsibilities:

Most of the time the LPN are observing patients health, assisting doctors and registered  nurses, and communicating with patients and their families.  “Some LPN's are hired by families to provide private care for sick or injured individuals, while others work for businesses and provide basic care and health consultations to employees and customers.”http://www.practicalnursing.org/lpn-jobs-description

Salary:  Annual salary for LPNs/LVNs is $43,170

Education:

Required Education:  Diploma in practical nursing; certificates available in some areas

Licensure: All licensed practical nurses must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for

Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN)

Projected Job Growth (2014-2024): 16%*

Requirements:

• Basic nursing
• Medical terminology
• Infection control
• Lifespan health care
• Pharmacology

Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one why? Why not?

No i would not like to be one because it does not really grab my attention, it’s not in my intrest.

But i am thankful that other people take and love this job to help others.