practical nurse

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The first batch of 200 students will graduate in 2029 with their licensed practical nurse credentials and be eligible to work right away at Ballad, earning $23 an hour.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 12, 2025

She now lives in Petersburg, Va., and is working at a hospital as a licensed practical nurse.

From Washington Post • Jan. 1, 2023

John is a pilot and Abbie is a licensed practical nurse.

From Fox News • Dec. 7, 2021

A few examples: The State of Washington is offering a licensed practical nurse position in Port Orchard beginning at $51,000.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 5, 2021

It is of the first importance, however, to be assured that the "practical nurse" is neat and appreciates the necessity of keeping everything about the patient scrupulously clean.

From The Prospective Mother, a Handbook for Women During Pregnancy by Slemons, J. Morris (Josiah Morris)