BP201

Hey guys, this kind of post has probably been done before- But I have a few questions that follow. I work in a nursing home (as a dietary aide) for the past year, and I'm getting really used to the atmosphere. I get along well with much of the residents, and I also get along great with all the nurses in the building. I'm 19/M/Gay working in Jersey City, NJ (if that matters).. I never knew what I wanted to do with my life, and dropped out of the first semester of community college, depressed, without any idea of what my future career will be. It's been rough, commuting without a car into the city via bus/train 5 times a week, not many friends I know (who are the same age) do this kind of commute. It gets quite costly, and I want to move in the JC area. I don't come from a very fortunate family, but I am able to afford LPN courses. I like the idea of being an RN, but I don't think I'm up to the extra years and responsibilities that comes along with it. Becoming an LPN is where I see myself in the near future, and I'm hoping it's a career that can get me on my feet to live independently. I'm pretty good friends with an LPN in my facility who seems to be happy with her job, and she has a good attitude. She does a good job breaking down the procedures to the patients, and seems to stay out of trouble. I like being around her, just knowing there is a strong possibility I could be doing the same thing. Anyway, sorry for the rambling- There's just a few questions I want before I look into this any further.. I'm not worried about making tons of money, I just want to live comfortably.. What's the salary for LPN's who first enter the field? bi-weekly rates preferably. (In the NYC/JC area) How overwhelming can it get in a medium sized nursing home? How may it effect my social life? Thanks in advance