LPN and LVN - Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Healing Hands In High Demand LPN's work closely with people in helping to achieve overall good health in our society. No matter where we go or who we are, illness and disabilities are all around us. LPN's work to assist in the many duties and responsibilities that are required to accommodate the needs and safety of the patients. Job security as an LPN is consistently a pleasing and rewarding benefit to those who choose to work in this rapidly growing industry. Commitment To Caring

LPN's take on a compelling commitment to care for the individuals in need. Not only do they use the skills and educational training they have acquired; they also get to utilize their gifts of kindness and compassion toward others which makes this job a rewarding and satisfying experience.

There are a wide range of duties that an LPN may be required to perform. Whether it is taking a temperature, or assisting in the birth of a child, LPN's are open to a variety of opportunities. Some other duties can include:

• Taking Vital Signs: (Blood Pressure, Pulse, Respiratory, Temperature)
• Preparing and Giving Injections
• Inserting: (IV's, Catheters or Feeding Tubes)
• Assisting RNs and/or Physicians: (Operating Room, Emergency Room, Intensive Care and Recovery Rooms)
• Providing Daily Personal Care: (Bathing / Hygiene, Bedsores, Tracheotomies)
• Applying: (Dressings, Oxygen and Other Medical Equipment)
• Give Prescription Medication

Opportunities Await

Career opportunities await LPN's in a vast variety of atmospheres. From Hospitals to Nursing Homes, Military Clinics to Public Schools, there is always a need for this constantly emerging profession. LPNs can assist Doctors and RNs in Private Practices, Medical Clinics, Nursing Homes and Hospitals.

With the rising cost of health care, nurses are spending more time with patients; leading to a greater need for qualified individuals. LPNs fill these positions! LPNs are hired to work along side Law Firms on Medical Malpractice suits or to work with Law Enforcement in Investigating Forensic Evidence. Advances in Technology are leading to more opportunities to assist in sophisticated procedures in Outpatient Care Centers, Ambulatory, Surgical and Emergency Medical Clinics.

There is a significant increase of the elderly population which opens doors to many high paying employment positions. Home Health care is much needed at this time and is expected to increase abundantly through the next 7 years. Today's technology makes it possible to bring complex treatments into the home. Community Care facilities for the elderly as well as Long Term Nursing Facilities have a high demand for qualified LPNs. Replacement LPNs will be needed as a large amount of workers prepare to retire from their current occupations. Hospitals, Dentists Industrial Health, Educational Health and Rehabilitation Centers treat and care for people of all ages. From the infant in Intensive care to the dying grandmother in Hospice; everyone's lives are touched by the healing and helping hands of our nurses.

Working Rewards

The high demand for License Practicing Nurses allows for full time placement and a dramatic increase in Salaries and Sign on Bonuses. As facilities compete for nurses; packages are often offered including Child Care, Housing Assistance, Personal Transportation, and Flexible Scheduling. At present we have a shortage of over 300,000 nurses; this is expected to increase to 800,000 in the next 15-20 years.

The average income for LPNs in Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Private Care Facilities, Dentists and Doctors Offices in 2004 was between 15-33 thousand dollars. This amount has increased to 24-65 thousand in 2007.

• Entry level positions 24-29 thousand
• Assisting physicians 28-32 thousand
• Acute Care, Hospice, Operating Room, Critical Care, Pre Op, Cardiology, ER, and Pediatric Positions averaging 45-65 thousand dollars per year.
• LPNs Director Of Operations demonstrating leadership abilities average 50-75 thousand dollars.
• Employment Services at 41,550 per year as well as Educational Health.

It's easy to see that an occupation in nursing is a great investment to your future!

Being a part of something that makes a difference

There are currently over 1200 State Approved Programs available for training to become an LPN. Vocational Schools, Technical Schools as well as Community and Jr. Colleges and Universities offer extensive training for a career as a License Practicing Nurse / LPN. Exceptional and accurate training is readily available to those interested in pursuing a rewarding and fulfilling career in the rapidly growing Health Care Industry. Many options are available to prepare you to become a LPN. Training can be completed in as little as 7-24 months.

Do You Have What It Takes?

Training consists of Classroom Study and Supervised Clinical Practice, actually involving you in hands on Patient Care. A High School Diploma or General Education Equivalence is usually required to attend a State Approved Practicing Nurse Program. All states require LPNs to take and pass a License Examination known as N-CLEX-PN. The knowledge and skills you acquire in training will prepare you to successfully complete and pass the State Examination, and allow you to receive your License as a Practicing Nurse.

LPN's are a great asset to the community. Along with the Medical Knowledge, Skills and Training, LPN's are also Self Confident, Compassionate, and Have Good Decision Making skills. Strength, Stamina and Good Judgment are character traits that lead to good Patient Care as an LPN.