Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Iowa

Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Iowa are concentrated in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport, where long-term care, home health, and hospital-based settings drive steady demand at every level from new graduate to senior LPN. Well-established employers including UnityPoint Health, MercyOne, and Genesis Health System anchor hiring across the state's largest metros and surrounding communities. Geriatric care, rehabilitation, and med-surg are consistently the most active specialties for licensed practical nurses in Iowa. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles58
Top employerMaxim Healthcare
Top cityDubuque, IA
Cities hiring43
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBLS Certification

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Registered nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant or Paramedic
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Registered nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant or Paramedic
Limitless Male Medical
Bettendorf, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$20 - $37/hr
51-200

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN
Accura HealthCare
Cherokee, Iowa
Business Development
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Partnerships & Business Development
1,001-5,000

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LPN Homecare - $34/ Hour
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LPN Homecare - $34/ Hour
Maxim Healthcare
Walnut, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$34 - $37/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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LPN Homecare Weekends
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LPN Homecare Weekends
Maxim Healthcare
Urbandale, Iowa
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$34 - $38/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Urology Clinic Nurse-LPN or RN
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Urology Clinic Nurse-LPN or RN
Greater Regional Health
Creston, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
501-1,000

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Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dubuque
4 jobs
Waterloo
3 jobs
Iowa City
3 jobs
West Des Moines
3 jobs
Carroll
2 jobs
Davenport
2 jobs
Shenandoah
2 jobs
Cedar Falls
2 jobs
Forest City
2 jobs

Licensed Practical Nurse Job Market in Iowa

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

Who's Hiring

  • Maxim Healthcare13
  • UnityPoint Health7
  • Aveanna Healthcare3
  • The University of Iowa3
  • Medcor2

What Iowa Employers Look For

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

  • Active licensed practical nurse license issued or recognized by the Iowa Board of Nursing
  • Completion of an accredited practical nursing program with current NCLEX-PN passage
  • Minimum one year of clinical experience in long-term care or acute care settings
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Ability to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a licensed practical nurse in Iowa?

You become a licensed practical nurse in Iowa by completing an accredited practical nursing program, passing the NCLEX-PN exam, and applying for licensure through the Iowa Board of Nursing. Most programs take about a year to complete and are offered at community colleges across the state. Iowa also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in another compact state can practice in Iowa without obtaining a separate Iowa license.

How much do licensed practical nurses make in Iowa?

Licensed practical nurses in Iowa earn a median of about $62,630 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,550 for the lowest 10% to over $77,710 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire licensed practical nurses in Iowa?

Employers hiring licensed practical nurses in Iowa right now include Maxim Healthcare, UnityPoint Health, and Aveanna Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Iowa's concentration of regional health systems, long-term care facilities, and rural critical access hospitals means demand is distributed across the state, not limited to the largest cities.

Which Iowa cities have the most licensed practical nurse jobs?

Dubuque, Waterloo, and Iowa City have the most licensed practical nurse openings in Iowa. Des Moines drives volume through its large regional health systems and growing senior care sector, Cedar Rapids supports demand through MercyOne and affiliated long-term care networks, and Davenport reflects the hiring activity of Genesis Health System serving the Quad Cities corridor.

Are there remote licensed practical nurse jobs in Iowa?

Yes, but they're rare. Licensed practical nursing is a hands-on clinical role, so the vast majority of positions require on-site work in facilities, homes, or clinics. About 0% of licensed practical nurse openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those are almost exclusively in telephone triage, utilization review, or care coordination roles that do not involve direct bedside care.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to long-term care and skilled nursing facilities, which consistently hire new graduates across Iowa and typically provide structured orientation programs. Large employers like UnityPoint Health and MercyOne offer new-graduate onboarding tracks that pair LPNs with experienced staff. Candidates who hold a current Iowa Board of Nursing license and a BLS certification have a clear edge. Lateral entry from certified nursing assistant roles is common and often speeds the path to a first LPN position.

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

You can find and apply to licensed practical nurse jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings across health systems, long-term care facilities, and home health agencies. Find roles that fit your experience and preferred location, then apply directly to the employer.

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