Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Duties and Responsibilities:

 Licensed practical nurses work under the direction of registered nurses and physicians.  They care for injured, handicapped, and sick patients.  Their duties include such tasks as taking temperatures, blood pressures, pulse, give injections, change dressings, and help give patients baths.  In general, they care for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and extended care facilities.  Some practical nurses work in private homes. 

Salary: $16,000 - $23,000

Education: Individuals wishing to work as an LPN must be 18 years old, hold a high school diploma or a GED, be able to pass a drug test, a criminal background check, complete a training program, and obtain a license. It is helpful for LPNs to be in good physical condition, possess patience and be able to communicate clearly.

Reflection: I think I would be okay with becoming a LPN because it seems like a stable and fulfilling job.