Practical Nurse
What do they do?
- They take care of people that can't take care of themselves
- They take temperatures, check blood pressures, and take pulse rates
- May also be allowed to give patients some medicines
- Work in hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics
Classes to take!
Algebra and Medical Terminology
(You will earn a Associates degree in college)
Tuition
$8,746 (for 2 years)
$4,373 per year
Gas money for travelling/helping pay for carpooling during time at college = $ 1,000
Clothing money for time At college= $500
Total tuition for total time at college= $25,000
GRAND TOTAL COST OF GOING TO COLLEGE= $ 32,000
Associations/Professional Organizations for Practical Nurse
Pros& Cons
Pros:
- Treating patients is rewarding
- You can help people
- You can save someone's life
Cons:
- Working long hours
- You have to have a strong stomach
Salary
Salary in Wisconsin
$20.24 per hour (median)
$15.60 per hour (entry)