licensed practical nurse

noun

Definition of licensed practical nurse

: a person who has undergone training and obtained a license (as from a state) conferring authorization to provide routine care for the sick

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Others include teachers, licensed practical nurses, carpenters, electricians, school social workers and many other professions. — Larry Barszewski, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Most South Florida renters take on more than they can afford," 17 Apr. 2018 Williams-Morgan said recent nursing graduates with experience in the medical and surgical areas will be considered for positions as well as licensed practical nurses. — Maria Clark, NOLA.com, "New Orleans VA hospital is looking to hire 107 registered nurses," 7 Mar. 2018 Current openings at Hospice of Cincinnati include advance nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, personal care specialists (STNA), unit coordinators and referral center coordinators. — Cincinnati.com, "The Best Job Ever? Why Hospice Employees Love Their Jobs," 5 Mar. 2018 Insurance agents saw wages increase 5.3% to $42,729 and licensed practical nurses saw their pay grow by 3.4% to $42,091, according to Glassdoor. — Daniel B. Kline, USA TODAY, "Seasonal demand: Wages for U.S. workers growing, albeit slowly," 1 Nov. 2017

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