MidGrowing growth
Licensed Practical Nurse
Provide basic nursing care under RN supervision
$40,000 – $60,000/yrDeliver hands-on patient care including vitals, medications, and daily living support.
Highlights
Common tasks
Take vitals, administer basic medications, assist with daily care, and report to RNs.
Potential downsides
Limited advancement without further education, physically demanding, and lower pay.
Skills
CommunicationProblem solvingTeachingResearch
Interests
HealthcareSciencePsychology
Industries
Healthcare
Work style
People-focusedCollaborativeHands-on
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