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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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“We don’t really have to worry about getting our bills paid,” says licensed practical nurse Miranda Mammen.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 4, 2026

His mother, Alphina, worked night shifts as a licensed practical nurse.

From Washington Post Sep. 6, 2022

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

From Fox News Dec. 7, 2021

Swann is a mental health counselor at Kitsap Mental Health Services, previously an Army Reserve combat medic, and a licensed practical nurse.

From Seattle Times Nov. 12, 2021

Aziza Hankins, a licensed practical nurse, has been with Alexia since she was a little girl.

From New York Times Apr. 30, 2021

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