Occupation
Licensed Practical Nurse
A licensed practical nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians, including monitoring vital signs, administering medication, and maintaining clinical documentation in electronic health records. LPNs work in hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics, forming a critical part of the frontline care team. The role requires completion of a practical nursing program and state licensure, along with strong bedside manner and attention to detail.
Duties & responsibilities
- Monitor vital signs and report clinical changes to supervising nurses or physicians
- Administer medications and manage patient medications under supervision
- Perform wound care and dressing changes
- Collect specimens and assist with clinical procedures
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in electronic health systems
- Conduct patient intake and perform basic patient assessments
- Assist with patient hygiene, comfort, and activities of daily living
What Licensed Practical Nurse roles involve, from employers’ own postings.
How much does a Licensed Practical Nurse make?
Employers posting Licensed Practical Nurse roles list a median of $68,000 a year (middle half $64,000–$80,000), from 29 postings that state pay.
59% of open Licensed Practical Nurse roles publish a range. Only some employers state pay, and the ones that do skew to California and New York, where the law requires it. Which states’ postings state pay
Who is hiring for Licensed Practical Nurse roles?
49 open Licensed Practical Nurse roles from 8 employers; the most at Veterans Health Administration, Vanderbilt University & Medical Center and Cleveland Clinic, and in Tennessee, New York and Missouri.
From employers’ own postings, as of.
Licensed Practical Nurse in the job market
Last checked October 27, 2026
- Open roles
- 49
- Employers
- 8
- Median pay
- $68,000
- Disclose pay
- 59%
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Open Licensed Practical Nurse roles (49)
Licensed Practical Nurse (Community Living Center)
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Murfreesboro, TN · $51,033 – $81,582
This is a Licensed Practical Nurse position at a VA medical center's community living facility, working with veterans in long-term care and community services. The role suits nurses with practical nursing experience who can work independently, coordinate patient care across settings, and thrive in a federal healthcare environment with rotating schedules.
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Fort Bragg, NC · $55,557 – $72,224
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Indian Health Service
Belcourt, ND · $46,655 – $73,625
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LPN Clinic - Primary Care
Cleveland Clinic
Full-time · Palm City Medical Center
A Licensed Practical Nurse position in a primary care clinic setting, supporting preventive care, chronic disease management, and patient education alongside physicians and registered nurses. This role suits nursing professionals seeking hands-on clinical experience in a comprehensive care environment within a major health system.
Listed on Cleveland Clinic’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Vanderbilt Lung Institute Licensed Practical Nurse - (**New Rates**)
Vanderbilt University & Medical Center
Nashville, TN
This role supports the nursing team at Vanderbilt Health's Lung Institute by providing direct patient care, documentation, education, and care coordination under the supervision of a licensed RN. It suits healthcare professionals newly licensed or entering clinical practice who want foundational experience in a large academic medical center.
Listed on Vanderbilt University & Medical Center’s careers site · Apply there ↗
LPN - Pulmonary
CityMD
Full-time · Rockville Centre, NY · $34 – $43 / hour
This role supports physicians in a multispecialty care network by performing clinical and administrative tasks during patient visits, managing medical records, and handling office operations. It suits licensed practical nurses in New York seeking full-time work in an ambulatory care setting with opportunities for both clinical hands-on care and clerical responsibilities.
Listed on CityMD’s careers site · Apply there ↗
LVN - 33 hours / week - Evernorth - Arlington TX
Cigna
Arlington, TX
This is a clinical nursing role in an employer-sponsored workplace health center, supporting providers with patient assessment, care coordination, and preventive screening. It suits licensed nurses with clinic experience who can work a set schedule and thrive in a small team environment.
Listed on Cigna’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health
AdventHealth
Full-time · ADVENTHEALTH HINSDALE · $23 – $42 / hour
This is a home health position for a licensed practical nurse providing direct patient care, medication administration, wound care, and vital sign monitoring under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role suits an LPN seeking full-time day-shift work in a home health setting with flexibility for weekend and on-call coverage.
Listed on AdventHealth’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing Home
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Lebanon, PA · $50,229 – $78,481
This nursing home role at the VA provides direct patient care to veterans in a long-term care setting, including medication administration, discharge coordination, and advocacy for end-of-life decisions. It suits licensed practical nurses seeking stable federal employment with comprehensive benefits and opportunities to work with a specialized population.
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Practical Nurse (Inpatient)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Full-time · Eglin Afb, FL · $40,736 – $52,957
This federal nursing role at Eglin Air Force Base provides inpatient care including medication administration, patient monitoring, and assistance with medical procedures under the supervision of RNs or physicians. It suits licensed practical nurses seeking stable federal employment with potential incentives for relocation and loan repayment.
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Likely next role (460)
Where Licensed Practical Nurses commonly go next: Registered Nurse.
Registered Nurse (Specialty Care) -Outpatient
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Charlotte, NC · $82,449 – $152,684
This outpatient nursing role focuses on gastrointestinal specialty care in a VA clinic, where you'll manage patient procedures, coordinate with your team, and oversee support staff. It suits experienced registered nurses seeking a structured federal healthcare environment with strong benefits and a stable Monday–Friday schedule.
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Nurse (ClinicalPediatrics)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Full-time · Tacoma, WA · $107,067 – $139,196
This is a pediatric nursing role at a military medical center in Tacoma, Washington, serving children and adolescents in both acute care and surgical settings. The position suits experienced nurses who want to work in a structured federal environment with opportunities to mentor staff and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
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Nurse (Peds)
Indian Health Service
Full-time · Pine Ridge, SD · $73,426 – $109,678
This is a pediatric nursing position in a clinic setting on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, South Dakota, providing direct care to children and families while supporting a multidisciplinary healthcare team. The role suits registered nurses at various experience levels from entry through senior, with federal employment benefits and a required service agreement.
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Nurse (Quality Improvement and Infection Control Nurse)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Full-time · Bennettsville, SC · $77,192 – $100,355
A nursing position within the federal prison system focused on preventing and controlling infectious diseases while supporting correctional security. This role suits experienced infection control nurses who can work independently managing disease surveillance, outbreak containment, and immunization programs in a correctional health services setting.
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NURSING (CASE MANAGER) (T32)
Army National Guard Units
Birmingham, AL · $75,431 – $98,066
This is a military nursing role focused on managing the health readiness of National Guard service members, helping them understand medical limitations and coordinate their care across military and civilian providers. The position suits experienced registered nurses comfortable working in a military structure who want to support soldiers' medical and deployment readiness through case management and health education.
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Registered Nurse
Longs Drugs
Cincinnati, OH
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Registered Nurse (RN) -Behavioral Health
Lifepoint Hospitals
Full-time · White Hall, AR
A bedside nursing role in a psychiatric setting working overnight hours, caring for patients with behavioral health needs and managing acute psychiatric conditions. Suited for nurses comfortable with mental health populations and flexible schedules.
Listed on Lifepoint Hospitals’s careers site · Apply there ↗
RN, Specialty - Nephrology
CityMD
Bend, OR
This nephrology nursing role manages dialysis and plasmapheresis care for patients in an outpatient setting, requiring hands-on treatment of end-stage renal disease and autoimmune conditions. It suits nurses transitioning into specialty care who have dialysis experience and want to work in a coordinated, multi-disciplinary healthcare network.
Listed on CityMD’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Clinical Training & Quality Specialist
Cohere Health
Full-time · United States · $70,000 – $78,000
This role combines clinical quality assurance and staff training for a healthcare technology company, auditing clinical decisions against guidelines and coaching team members to improve performance. It suits nurses with healthcare operations experience who enjoy analyzing data, mentoring others, and implementing process improvements.
Listed on Cohere Health’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Care Manager RN – Weekends (Sat/Sun)
AdventHealth
Part-time · ADVENTHEALTH PARKER · $35 – $66 / hour
This role manages patient discharge planning and care transitions for a hospital system, working weekend shifts. It suits experienced nurses interested in care coordination and helping patients navigate post-acute services and community resources.
Listed on AdventHealth’s careers site · Apply there ↗
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Medical Assistant
HonorHealth
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Nurse
Forest Service
Moses Lake, WA · $74,678 – $97,087
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Pharmacy Technician
Brookshire Grocery Company
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Medical Assistant
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Pharmacy Aid
Indian Health Service
Belcourt, ND · $40,629 – $57,638
This is a pharmacy support role at the Indian Health Service where you'll prepare medications, manage inventory, and assist patients and clinical staff. You'll be part of a team dedicated to serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
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Licensed Vocational Nurse - Primary Care
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Laguna Hills, CA · $71,763 – $93,292
The VA Health Care System is hiring licensed vocational nurses for its primary care department to provide direct patient care including vital signs, medications, treatments, and specimen collection. This role suits nurses seeking stable federal employment with comprehensive benefits and a structured Monday-Friday schedule.
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Lead Pharmacy Technician
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Pensacola, FL · $50,460 – $65,599
This role leads a team of pharmacy technicians at a military hospital, overseeing prescription processing, drug inventory management, and staff coordination. It suits experienced technicians ready to move into supervision and take on administrative and training responsibilities alongside clinical pharmacy work.
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Medical Assistant
Quad
Yorktown, IN
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Licensed Vocational Nurse
IQVIA
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NURSE
Department of War Education Activity
Fort Bragg, NC · $39 – $57 / hour
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What employers state they pay
Median
$68,000
Middle half
$64,000 – $80,000
From 29 of 49 open roles — the 59% that publish a range, annualized to USD. Only some employers state pay, and the ones that do skew to California and New York, where the law requires it.
Skills Licensed Practical Nurse postings ask for
Measured from the 49 open roles, not from a curated list.
- Medication Administration22 roles44.9%
- Phlebotomy13 roles26.5%
- Patient Education12 roles24.5%
- Wound Care10 roles20.4%
- Emergency Response6 roles12.2%
- Clinical Documentation5 roles10.2%
- Vital Signs5 roles10.2%
- Infection Control4 roles8.2%
- Cardiac Catheterization3 roles6.1%
Where Licensed Practical Nurse roles are
Among the 38 of 49 open roles we could place on a map.
Employers hiring Licensed Practical Nurses
8 in total, most open roles first.
- VAVeterans Health Administration19 roles
- CCCleveland Clinic9 roles
- CityMD6 roles
- MD
- AdventHealth1 role
- Cigna1 role
- ISIndian Health Service1 role