So here you are–stuck in a dead end job.  Are you hitting the glass ceiling in a job you once loved, but now can't stand?  Maybe the hours are long.  Maybe you can't stand retail customers anymore.  Maybe you're like 70% of college students who didn't earn a degree and you feel this is the best job you can get without one.

LPNs provide a large portion of direct patient care.  LPNs may be assisted by nurses' aides ( CNAs ) and other assistants in some of their duties.  LPNs are directed by doctors and nurses (RNs & nurse managers). 

Licensed Practical Nurses provide the most amount of direct patient care within the nursing category of healthcare.  If you're interested in a healthcare career dealing directly with patients, becoming an LPN is a rewarding opportunity.