Licensed Practical Nurse

Duties and Responsibilities:   Some duties that an LPN does are monitor patients’ health for example, by checking their blood pressure. Administer basic patient care, including changing bandages and inserting catheters. Provide for the basic comfort of patients, such as helping them bathes or dress. Discuss the care they are providing with patients and listen to their concerns. Report patients’ status and concerns to registered nurses and doctors.

Salary: $41,540 per year and $19.97 per hour

Education: Postsecondary non-degree award takes 1 or more years to get.

 

I would not like to be a LPN because yes they make good money but it isn’t in my interest. I would like t help people but I would like to do it in a better way, by making them feel like they aren’t sick or injured.