Hiring a licensed practical nurse: the market today
The short answer ·
1,093 open postings ask for a licensed practical nurse as of Nov 11, 2026, from 201 employers. The median advertised pay is $66,331, taking the midpoint of each posted range. 557 of those postings are new in the last 30 days, so expect competition.
Who you're competing with
Open postings · Ayla, Nov 11, 2026
What it pays
Advertised pay (range midpoints), 608 postings with pay · OPM actual pay, Sep 2026
Questions buyers ask
How hard is it to hire a licensed practical nurse?
Hard. 201 employers are hiring the role right now, led by Veterans Health Administration with 88 open postings.
What should I pay a licensed practical nurse?
Advertised pay centers on $66,331. Federal staff in series 0620 average $76,009 in actual pay.
Where is a licensed practical nurse being hired?
As of Nov 11, 2026, the most open postings for the role are in California (175), Florida (136) and Missouri (50). Together they hold 33% of its 1,093 open postings.
Who can help me hire a licensed practical nurse?
Ayla's recruiters, for government agencies and contractors. Send the role for a free market brief within two business days, then interview the people we find; you pay a placement fee when you hire.