(LPN)
licensed practical nurse
A licensed practical nurse (LPN) in much of the United States and most Canadian provinces is a nurse who cares for people who are sick, injured, convalescent, or disabled. LPNs used to be under the direction of registered nurses and are now under physicians.
duties and responsibilities
- Taking vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and weight
salary $42,040 per year
education
Aspiring LPNs need a high school diploma or GED to apply for an LPN educational training program, typically a 12-month program found in technical and vocational schools and community colleges.
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