Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs

Explore Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. LPNs provide essential hands-on care in settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, physicians’ offices, and home health. Browse openings to find roles that fit your experience, credentials, preferred workplace, and career goals.

What Does a Licensed Practical Nurse Do?

Licensed Practical Nurses deliver practical nursing care under the direction of registered nurses, physicians, and other authorized clinicians. Depending on state scope-of-practice rules and the employer, duties may include monitoring and documenting vital signs, assisting with daily care, administering certain medications and treatments, collecting patient information, and communicating changes in a patient’s condition to the care team.

Where LPNs Work

LPNs work across a range of care environments, including skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities, hospitals, outpatient clinics, urgent care centers, residential care settings, and patients’ homes. Responsibilities, schedules, and supervision vary by setting and local regulations. Some roles involve shift work, weekends, or direct patient support in specialized care areas.

Qualifications for LPN Jobs

Most LPN positions require completion of an approved practical nursing program, an active license in the state of employment, and successful completion of the applicable licensing examination. Employers may also look for current CPR certification, relevant clinical experience, strong communication skills, careful documentation habits, and the ability to work collaboratively with patients and care teams. Always review each posting for its specific requirements.

Find Licensed Practical Nurse Opportunities

Use Ladders to search vetted professional opportunities and compare roles by location, employer, and requirements. Ladders focuses on jobs paying $100,000 or more; compensation and eligibility depend on the specific listing. Review each job description carefully to confirm that the role, licensing requirements, and compensation align with your experience and goals.

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Deliver exceptional nursing care by developing personalized care plans, coordinating with healthcare teams, and providing emotional support to residents and families. Ensure a safe environment while p...

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$104K *

Shape the future of patient care by coordinating telehealth services, enhancing access to specialty providers while ensuring efficient patient management and support through advanced telehealth techno...

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$90K - $95K *

Empower individuals by providing clinical social work assessments and interventions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance care access, address social determinants, and support transitio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$83K - $87K *

Shape the future of patient care by delivering exceptional therapy support. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and educate patients, ensuring opt...

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$75K - $90K *

Deliver exceptional patient care by utilizing nursing processes and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes. Engage in assessments, treatment planning, and implementation while...

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$80K - $95K *

Transform patient care by utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment programs, ensuring optimal outcomes through effective communication and collaboration with he...

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$75K - $90K *

Empower patient care by utilizing your nursing expertise to assess, plan, and implement treatment programs. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes while maintaining high standard...

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$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic healthcare team to deliver exceptional patient-centered care, utilizing your nursing expertise in a fast-paced environment. Embrace innovation and collaborate with diverse professionals...

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$90K - $110K *

Support the delivery of comprehensive medical services to incarcerated patients, ensuring adherence to policies and state guidelines while maintaining accurate documentation and effective communicatio...

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$85K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of critical care nursing, providing exceptional patient-centered care in a dynamic ICU environment. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance clinical practices a...

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$90K - $110K *

Unlock exceptional healthcare for incarcerated patients by delivering comprehensive medical services and collaborating with a dedicated team under expert supervision, ensuring clinical excellence and...

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$196K *

Unlock your potential by providing essential medical care to incarcerated patients. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure compliance with policies while delivering high-quality healthcare in a c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $105K *

Empower excellence in care by leading operations at a specialized memory care facility. Oversee a dedicated team, ensure compliance with regulations, and foster a compassionate environment for residen...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$83K *

Champion quality nursing care by evaluating patient needs and revising care plans. Provide clinical supervision to CNAs and LPNs while ensuring compliance with regulations and standards for optimal pa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K *

Drive quality nursing care by evaluating patient needs and revising care plans. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient well-being while providing clinical supervision to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $97K *

Engage in delivering exceptional nursing care, evaluating patient needs, and leading a dedicated team to enhance patient well-being while adhering to regulations and standards. Your expertise will sha...

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$110K - $123K *

Transform patient care by providing telephonic psychosocial assessments and interventions, coordinating services, and educating families to enhance care transitions and coping strategies for various h...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Drive comprehensive outpatient psychiatric care by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and manage treatment plans for youth and adults, ensuring quality mental health serv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$87K - $99K *

Empower patients by delivering compassionate care as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes while enhancing your skills in a supportive enviro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Engage with a diverse patient population as a Nurse Practitioner, providing comprehensive care in a correctional setting. Collaborate with medical and security teams to assess, diagnose, and treat var...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K *

Empower patient care by providing essential nursing services within established standards. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive support for patients' physical and emotional needs...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$89K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional nursing care, ensuring residents receive comprehensive support. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to promote safety and well-being in a c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$81K - $114K *

Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver quality nursing care, ensuring adherence to established standards and regulations. Utilize clinical skills and patient interaction to support optimal patie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $114K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional nursing care while supporting patient needs and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Utilize your skills to enhance patient outcomes and...

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Join a dedicated healthcare team providing essential nursing care under supervision. Utilize your clinical skills and patient interaction expertise to support optimal patient outcomes while adhering t...

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Licensed Practical Nurse do?question toggle

    An LPN provides hands-on nursing care under appropriate clinical supervision. Tasks may include monitoring patient status, assisting with daily care, documenting observations, and providing authorized treatments, depending on state regulations and the role.

  • What qualifications are needed for LPN jobs?question toggle

    Common requirements include graduating from an approved practical nursing program and holding an active LPN license in the state where you will work. Employers may also require certifications, clinical experience, and role-specific skills.

  • Where can Licensed Practical Nurses work?question toggle

    LPNs may work in hospitals, skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities, clinics, physicians’ offices, residential care settings, and home health. Duties and schedules vary by employer and location.

  • Do LPNs need a state license?question toggle

    Yes. LPNs generally need an active license for the state in which they practice and must meet that jurisdiction’s requirements. Check the relevant nursing board and the job posting for details.

  • Can I find LPN jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Available LPN listings and stated compensation can vary, so review each posting for current salary information and qualifications.