FAMILISM refers to core values of a family type which emphasizes commitment to the family as a unit. Staying together for the sake of the children would be an indication of this familism value.
Massachusetts has an average hourly wage of $23.92 or $49,760.00 annually for a Licensed practical nurse (LPN). According to the Department of Labor, there were 752,300 working LPN's in the United States in 2010. Licensed practical nurses provide basic nursing care and they work under the direction of registered nurses and doctors.
Massachusetts has a growing number of opportunities in the nursing field. Within the state, LPNs make up 17 % of nurses in the state. The Massachusetts LPN comfort score is 82 and falls near the top in the national rankings. This takes into account the average LPN salary, average state salary and cost of living.