Want to get into LVN program but with medical condition

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Hi guys! I'm here again. I want to get into LPN program but I have a problem with my knee and leg. I have a clogged artery on my left leg and ligament problem as well. I can't walk or stand for a long time, I can only walk for 10 mins and after that my calf will start hurting, it will only go away if I take a rest for a minute or two. Like I said, I want to get into LPN program but I wonder what their day is like especially when it comes to clinical. I don't worry much about the theory because you only sit most of the time. What I worry the most is during clinical and the actual job, as I know it requires a lot of movements.

I have a CNA certificate but I haven't used it since the doctor didn't give me any clearance to work. I only took the class because I wanted to do something instead of just being stuck at home. However, I find it useless because I can't apply to any job as a CNA due to my disability. My original plan is to be an RN but I'm not sure if I can still be one due to this. However, I am open to any position (as long as it's medical field work related) that can work with my situation as well.

Could you please tell me what does an LVN student or an actual LVN school/work is like?

Any answer would be highly appreciated.

Thank you guys!

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.
Hi guys! I'm here again. I want to get into LPN program but I have a problem with my knee and leg. I have a clogged artery on my left leg and ligament problem as well. I can't walk or stand for a long time, I can only walk for 10 mins and after that my calf will start hurting, it will only go away if I take a rest for a minute or two. Like I said, I want to get into LPN program but I wonder what their day is like especially when it comes to clinical. I don't worry much about the theory because you only sit most of the time. What I worry the most is during clinical and the actual job, as I know it requires a lot of movements.

I have a CNA certificate but I haven't used it since the doctor didn't give me any clearance to work. I only took the class because I wanted to do something instead of just being stuck at home. However, I find it useless because I can't apply to any job as a CNA due to my disability. My original plan is to be an RN but I'm not sure if I can still be one due to this. However, I am open to any position (as long as it's medical field work related) that can work with my situation as well.

Could you please tell me what does an LVN student or an actual LVN school/work is like?

Any answer would be highly appreciated.

Thank you guys!

The start of clinicals are very similar to CNA skills. If your physician won't clear you as a CNA are you sure he/she will clear you to begin an LPN program.

Many clinical rotations you do very little sitting and a lot of standing, lifting, and walking. Often there is no where or time to sit until post conference. Clinical shifts ranged from 2-8 hours in my full time program. You may be able to rest during lab practice but must inform your instructor of your accommodation needs.

If you want to start out slower try applying for a hospital unit clerk or unit secretary as those are jobs in the middle of everything but not a lot of physical demands. Often medical terminology and a HS diploma are the minimum job requirements.

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As an LPN student and even once you get out into the work field you will more than likely be on your feet a lot. Most of the time as a nurse you stand and walk more than you sit. If your physician is not giving you clearance to work as an aid than that is something that you need to take into consideration when it comes to attempting to work as a nurse as well...at least when it comes to bedside nursing.

There are many roles that you might be able to take as an RN that allows you to work at a desk. You might need bedside/hospital experience prior to taking on these roles, however, so that is something to look into and consider. There are also other roles in the health care field that you might be able to take on that allow you to sit for most of your day. Best wishes to you. I hope you find a position that you are passionate about and that fits you well.

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Specializes in Acute Care, Rehab, Palliative.

Generally just getting through clnicals involves a lot of standing and walking. I have been a nurse for 7 years and i spend most of my 12 hour shift on my feet. there are jobs that would be desk jobs but they require floor experience first. I agree with the poster that suggested a unit clerk type position. Best of luck finding something you can handle.

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.
Could you please tell me what does an LVN student or an actual LVN school/work is like?
Floor nursing, whether it's at a hospital or skilled nursing facility, is rather physical. You will be spend much of the facility on your feet, pushing medication carts, assessing patients, and walking across long hallways and corridors.

You probably will not find a cushy "sit-down" job that allows plenty of rest unless you earn a BSN degree and secure a position as an instructor at a trade school that trains MAs, LPNs and phlebotomists.

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Specializes in Critical Care.

I have worked in LPN, ASN, and BSN programs. Each of them had technical standards that had to be met. This is an example

Nursing Programs Technical Standards

I do not think you would be able to complete the clinical portion of the program.

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