practical nurse
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of practical nurse
First recorded in 1920–25
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
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
I'll put you up in the infirmary—it happens to be empty; and you may have the use of the nursery equipment adjoining, and there is a practical nurse in the house.
From Star-Dust by Hurst, Fannie
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