Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Arkansas

Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Arkansas are consistently in demand, with steady hiring driven by hospital systems, long-term care facilities, and rural health clinics that serve communities from Little Rock and Fort Smith to Fayetteville. Major employers with a lasting presence in the state include Baptist Health, Arkansas Children's Hospital, and CHI St. Vincent. The specialties drawing the most consistent openings are geriatric care, post-acute rehabilitation, and medical-surgical units. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles48
Top employerBaptist Health
Top cityLittle Rock, AR
Cities hiring29
Work type100% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Licensed Practical Nurse - Farmington Family Clinic (Full-time, Monday - Friday)
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Farmington Family Clinic (Full-time, Monday - Friday)
Washington Regional Medical Center
Farmington, Arkansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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LPN
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LPN
Baptist Memorial Health Care
Paragould, Arkansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
10,000+

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Nights
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Nights
Wellpath
Texarkana, Arkansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
10,000+

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Clinic Nurse LPN
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Clinic Nurse LPN
Baptist Health
Little Rock, Arkansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing

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Nurse (LPN – Occupational Health)
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Nurse (LPN – Occupational Health)
Conagra Brands
Russellville, Arkansas
Customer Service
Customer Support
$51k - $67k/yr
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs by City in Arkansas

Where Arkansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Little Rock
6 jobs
Jonesboro
4 jobs
Hot Springs
4 jobs
Conway
3 jobs
Harrison
2 jobs
Texarkana
2 jobs
Van Buren
2 jobs
Springdale
2 jobs
Russellville
2 jobs

Licensed Practical Nurse Job Market in Arkansas

A snapshot from current Arkansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Baptist Health4 open roles
Baxter Health3 open roles
St. Bernards Healthcare3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance

What Arkansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in licensed practical nurse jobs across Arkansas.

  • Active Licensed Practical Nurse license issued or recognized by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing
  • Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program approved by the state board
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
  • Minimum one year of clinical experience in a long-term care or acute care setting
  • Demonstrated ability to administer medications and document patient care accurately
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating with registered nurses and care teams

Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Arkansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a licensed practical nurse in Arkansas?

To become a licensed practical nurse in Arkansas, you must complete a state-approved practical nursing program and pass the NCLEX-PN examination. After passing, you apply for licensure through the Arkansas State Board of Nursing, which issues the LPN license required to practice in the state. Arkansas also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice in Arkansas without obtaining a separate license.

How much do licensed practical nurses make in Arkansas?

Licensed practical nurses in Arkansas earn a median of about $56,620 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $44,670 for the lowest 10% to over $65,020 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire licensed practical nurses in Arkansas?

Employers hiring licensed practical nurses in Arkansas right now include Baptist Health, Baxter Health, and St. Bernards Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arkansas's high concentration of long-term care facilities, rural health networks, and regional hospital systems means consistent openings appear across both urban centers and smaller communities throughout the state.

Which Arkansas cities have the most licensed practical nurse jobs?

Little Rock, Jonesboro, and Hot Springs have the most licensed practical nurse openings in Arkansas. Little Rock anchors the market as home to the state's largest hospital systems and healthcare networks, while Fort Smith and Fayetteville generate strong demand through regional medical centers and the growing population in the Arkansas River Valley and Northwest Arkansas corridor.

Are there remote licensed practical nurse jobs in Arkansas?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of licensed practical nurse openings tied to Arkansas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects how hands-on the role is by nature. The portions of LPN work most suited to remote settings are care coordination, telephonic patient follow-up, and utilization review roles at insurance or managed care organizations.

How can I get hired as a licensed practical nurse in Arkansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to long-term care and skilled nursing facilities, which hire new LPN graduates more readily than acute care hospitals. Baptist Health and CHI St. Vincent run new-graduate orientation programs designed for nurses without prior clinical employment. Certified Nursing Assistant experience at Arkansas facilities strengthens applications considerably, and completing your NCLEX-PN quickly after graduation keeps your candidacy competitive for classes that open each quarter.

Where can I find and apply to licensed practical nurse jobs in Arkansas?

You can find and apply to licensed practical nurse jobs in Arkansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the available roles, find one that fits your experience and location, and apply directly.

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