is being anLNA right for me?

U.S.A. New Hampshire

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I'm looking into studying to become an LNA but I'm not sure if it is right for me. How did everyone decide it was the right career for you? Are there part time LNA positions or is everything full time? Did anyone use the LNA as a stepping stone to become and RN?

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Specializes in Med/Surg.

hi shady!

first the easy questions... there are part time, full time, and everything in between time positions for lnas. healthcare in general has that advantage.

secondly, i did use lna as a stepping stone to becoming an rn, and i would highly recommend it to anyone thinking about (or even in the process of) becoming a nurse. i found the experience invaluable in my studies, and i found that potential employers appreciated that on my resume. in addition, when you graduate, if you are already working in a facility as an lna, you get a bit of an advantage over outside candidates for rn positions.

now, is it the right career for you? if you want to be a nurse, i'd say a wholehearted yes. if you're looking at lna as your career path, i would ask you...

-do you enjoy working with people, and have patience even if they're difficult?

-do you mind doing all that is required to care for someone, even the less pleasant tasks?

-are you a good team player? have initiative? take pride in a job well done?

then i would say lna is a career choice for you. good luck! feel free to pm me if you have any questions.:typing

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