Career Profile
Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses
Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) provide basic nursing care.
General Information
Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.
Training Funds Available
This is a Rural Capital Area Target Occupation.
Training and education opportunities are available with eligible providers throughout the state.
Please visit the Texas Workforce Commission website for more details.
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Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 156 openings per year are projected for Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses.
Employment Change
Employment for Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 14.2% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $25.96/hour. Entry level workers are paid $21.77, while experienced workers are paid $28.09. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 1,298 Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 1,482.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses are Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities), Home Health Care Services, and Offices of Physicians.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses include Customer and Personal Service, English Language, and Psychology.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses is Some college, no degree. 41% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.