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I think wages depend on your state. Usually you get paid more doing home health or working at a SNF. At least thats how it is in california. Some hospitals here hire LVN's to work on the floor but, it's only about 16/hr to start where as SNFs are about $20/hr to start. Not sure about KY though.
Click on the link below to get a feel for more regional LPN/LVN starting pay rates. Good luck and happy reading!
https://allnurses.com/forums/f99/lpn-starting-salary-188496.html
It does depend on the state, and I must agree, that I make more money in home care than I do in the hospital that I work for. In fact, if I worked three days for 10 hours, I would make MORE money in those three days than I do working a full two weeks at my main job. I do admit, though, that I have many deductions taken out of my check that diminish my take home pay significantly, however, I would not have to worry about union dues, etc. I do believe that there is money to be made as an LPN, but it depends on what state you are in.
Cost of living isn't all that bad where I live in Louisville, I guess it's where in the city you live. I live in the south end and I know the East end is a lot higher place to live. I want to move out of Louisville to Meade County after I get out of school (or maybe before). I want to get my kids out of Jefferson County Public schools before they get to Middle School.
I work @ the VA. I had not been a LPN for more than 9 months when hired. My starting pay was $12.18. The nursing home job I have, which is PRN, pays $24 per hour.
I can't believe they(VA) print checks this small. The CNAs make about $13-$17 per hour. (which is awesome)
The incentive is the benefits.
mammaoftwo
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I posted on the Ky Board with no responses, so thought I would try here.
What is the going rate for a new LPN graduate these days? I don't think the hospitals here are even hiring LPN's anymore, so would be LTC or private duty, other avenues besides hospitals. Many thanks for your replies.