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What Does a Licensed Practical Nurse Do?
Responsibilities
- Measure and monitor vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration
- Administer and monitor some medications
- Assist doctors and nurses with tests and procedures
- Maintain patient records
- Help patients eat, dress and bathe
- Update doctors and nurses on patient status
How To Become an LPN or LVN: FAQs
The bottom line:
Licensed practical nurses are needed now and they’ll be needed in the future. As with many other medical jobs, the increase in LPN jobs will be driven by an aging population as well as chronic conditions. It’s a smart, entry-level opportunity for someone who has a caring nature and wants to work with patients directly. If this sounds like you, check out SkillPointe’s training options near you and get started on your new career!
Why becoming an LPN is worthwhile
Tammy Ronstadt was in the 11th grade when she realized she wanted to be a nurse. She started nursing school at 17, and she hasn't looked back.
"I just feel that’s what I was called to do," she says. She encourages more people to seriously consider getting into nursing, especially those just coming out of high school.
"You will always have a job. There's never going to be a shortage [of jobs]. We are greatly in need."
Hear what else she has to say about why you should consider becoming a nurse.
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