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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$87K *

Champion patient care by delivering comprehensive nursing services in hematology and oncology. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality treatment, education, and support for patient...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K *

Shape your career by providing comprehensive nursing care for patients with hematology and oncology conditions. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure quality, person-centered care while managing...

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$79K - $91K *

Shape the future of patient care by providing compassionate hospice nursing services. Collaborate with families and healthcare teams to deliver tailored care plans, ensuring comfort and dignity for pa...

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

$68K - $106K *

Elevate your nursing career by managing individualized patient care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring quality outcomes in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join us to make a me...

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$80K - $95K *

Make your mark at a leading healthcare facility by providing vital psychosocial support to patients and families. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely discharges and enhance patie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$104K *

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$78K - $81K *

Join a dynamic team to provide integrated behavioral health services, enhancing patient outcomes and operational efficiency through collaboration, assessment, and tailored interventions in a supportiv...

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$87K - $120K *

Transform patient care by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring effective treatment delivery and staff development in a dynamic psychiatric environment. Engage in collaborative care and enhance t...

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$95K - $115K *

Join a dedicated neurology team in a hybrid role, providing both inpatient and outpatient care. Collaborate with skilled physicians, engage in patient management, and contribute to a growing practice...

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$90K - $110K *

Accelerate your career by joining a dynamic neurology team, collaborating with top-level professionals in an engaging hybrid role. Experience growth in a supportive environment focused on patient care...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $93K *

Optimize nursing care delivery by ensuring compliance with standards, mentoring staff, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to achieve positive outcomes and resident satisfaction...

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

$76K - $126K *

Support patient care by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring quality service and safety while utilizing the nursing process to deliver compassionate care to assigned patients...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional patient care while utilizing your nursing expertise. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality service and support for patients...

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$71K - $107K *

Empower patients by delivering exceptional home health nursing care. Collaborate with healthcare teams to create and implement personalized care plans, ensuring quality and continuity of care while ad...

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$67K - $101K *

Unlock your potential as you provide essential nursing care in patients' homes, coordinating with healthcare teams to ensure quality and continuity of care while adhering to regulations and best pract...

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$76K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional patient care through effective nursing practices, collaboration, and a commitment to quality service in a dynamic healthcare environment...

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Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional patient care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary health care team. You'll supervise and support patients, ensuring quality service and ad...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional patient care while utilizing your nursing expertise. Oversee a diverse group of patients, ensuring quality service and effective communication wit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading nursing operations across multiple facilities. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance patient care, and foster collaboration among teams to ensure high-quality...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Drive strategic nursing initiatives across multiple facilities, ensuring high-quality care and operational excellence. Lead governance, resource management, and clinical oversight while fostering coll...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Empower nursing excellence by leading strategic initiatives across multiple VA medical facilities. Drive clinical and administrative improvements, ensuring high-quality care delivery and operational e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Elevate nursing leadership by overseeing complex clinical and administrative operations across multiple facilities, driving strategic initiatives, and enhancing patient care through evidence-based pra...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Champion strategic nursing leadership across multiple facilities, driving clinical excellence and operational efficiency. Oversee nursing practice, resource management, and organizational initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your nursing career by leading strategic initiatives across multiple VA medical facilities. Drive clinical excellence, resource management, and organizational improvements while advocating for...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Lead strategic nursing initiatives across multiple facilities, ensuring high-quality care and operational excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance patient outcomes and drive organizationa...

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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.