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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

Example Sentences

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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

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

Police have said DNA from Nathan Sutherland, a licensed practical nurse who worked at Hacienda, matched a sample taken from the woman’s son.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 15, 2021

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