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licensed practical nurse

American  

noun

  1. a person who has graduated from an accredited school of nursing and has become licensed to provide basic nursing care under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse. LPN


Etymology

Origin of licensed practical nurse

First recorded in 1950–55

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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

The panel proposes that ratios of health aides to residents be established and that either a registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse be available on-site.

From Washington Post Dec. 3, 2022

She spent her adult years working as an X-ray technician, a licensed practical nurse, a motel clerk and a nurse’s aide for older people.

From New York Times Jun. 24, 2022

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

From Fox News Dec. 7, 2021

Sutherland, a licensed practical nurse, was fired by Hacienda after his arrest and has since given up his nursing license.

From Seattle Times Sep. 2, 2021

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