practical nurse
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of practical nurse
First recorded in 1920–25
Example Sentences
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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
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
It is of the first importance, however, to be assured that the "practical nurse" is neat and appreciates the necessity of keeping everything about the patient scrupulously clean.
From The Prospective Mother, a Handbook for Women During Pregnancy by Slemons, J. Morris (Josiah Morris)
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