Published May 11, 2018
nursekatie96
1 Post
Hi everyone, I'm a new LPN grad. In my area 9 out of 10 jobs for an LPN are either in a nursing home or a doctor's office. Until recently a job came up for an LPN Anesthesia Attendant. The job application says something along the lines of "Performs IV insertions and assists with central line insertions". I can't find anything about this position on Google other than the application, so I'm pretty sure they've created the title.
Does anyone have any ideas what this job would be like? I don't want to spend all day starting IVs, but I love the operating room setting. Would it be likely I stay in the OR during the entire surgery, or maybe not at all? I'm confused. I don't want to be essentially an IV nurse. Any help is appreciated :)
Fiona59
8,343 Posts
Apply for it. Any interview experience is good.
From what you have described, in my hospital you'd be in Diagnostic Imaging. I know LPNs work there and they like it. Hours are better than on the floor.
Face it you are a new grad with no experience, if you are lucky enough to land this be grateful. You never know what you will learn in any job.
Rose_Queen, BSN, MSN, RN
6 Articles; 11,936 Posts
Google anesthesia technician. Sounds pretty much like their job.