LPN Reflection

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I began my degree when I recognized there were limited solutions to problems at work. I had a need for personal and professional growth. The LPN position has expanded since I began this endeavor. The unit I work on has faced huge changes and is still in a period of transition.
I want to use this education to perform in a team leadership role at AHS and in my community to impact others and create positive change. I do not know where this will put me in 5 years. Our unit has changed from a rural pediatrics unit to an acute care, adult and pediatric unit with a ‘GOAL’ rehab program. 5 years ago we could not have seen this as our unit outcome and I think there are many more changes ahead for us. Nursing staff is limited. The physical

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