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Part-Time Service, Full-Time Compassion
Jennifer Liriano
Specialist | Army Reserve
As a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in the Army Reserve and civilian world, Jennifer’s using the complementary experience and training she’s received to become a registered nurse (RN). Her schooling is paid for thanks to the Military’s educational benefits.
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As part of her RN education, Jennifer does clinicals (the hands-on portion of nursing school) at a local hospital. There, she manages patients, hangs IVs and works the floor.
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At the end of her clinical, Jennifer gathers with fellow nursing students to discuss what they experienced during the day while their instructor tests their knowledge.
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After Jennifer finishes for the day, she often gets her heart racing by kickboxing.
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Jennifer spends one weekend a month training with her unit. As a platoon leader, she gets Soldiers into formation before ensuring they’re up to date with medical readiness, licenses, certifications and more.
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Jennifer teaches a first-aid class to other Soldiers, which includes how to stop bleeding in the event of an injury.
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Jennifer continues her drill day by refreshing medical skills such as tourniquets and pain management until the day ends around 5PM. After an overnight stay in a nearby hotel, she begins her second drill day with PT (physical training) and battle drills.
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