In what areas can new LPNs work in?

I am curious to know the areas that LPNs are able to work in. Many people tell me that it is best to start in a Med/Surg floor and then "move up". Is it really necessary to work there first? I will still be going to school to get my RN, BSN so where is a good place to start?

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Hi, I just registered as a new member. I am Kandy826, I live in Delaware and it is difficult to get a call from a hospital with my LPN license. Is this normal and how do I get into the hospital for experience versus a nursing home?

I am curious to know the areas that LPNs are able to work in. Many people tell me that it is best to start in a Med/Surg floor and then "move up". Is it really necessary to work there first? I will still be going to school to get my RN, BSN so where is a good place to start?

I am a new LPN and am working on a cardiac-surgical floor at a 500+ bed level 2 trauma center. I feel SO fortunate. I would have worked ANYWHERE, but was called specifically for this position. I'm sure it depends on the facility, but new LPNs can work anywhere that someone is willing to train them to work.