Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Michigan

Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Michigan are consistently in demand, with strong hiring across hospital systems, long-term care facilities, correctional health, and home health agencies at every level from new graduate through senior LPN. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor most of the activity, where large employers like Henry Ford Health, Spectrum Health, and McLaren Health Care maintain ongoing LPN recruitment. The most in-demand areas are geriatric care, rehabilitation, and primary care clinics tied to Michigan's aging population. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles71
Top employerMedilodge
Top cityGrand Rapids, MI
Cities hiring51
Work type77% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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RN LPN 5 Star Center
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RN LPN 5 Star Center
Atrium Centers Inc
Muskegon, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
IV Certification
1,001-5,000

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Skilled Nursing LPN
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Skilled Nursing LPN
University Home Care
Oakland, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$30 - $34/hr

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Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse- Night Shift
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Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse- Night Shift
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
Okemos, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
BLS Certification
201-500

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Licensed Practical Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
The University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$58k - $84k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Corrections
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Corrections
PARK PHARMACY
Detroit, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification

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Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Grand Rapids
4 jobs
Detroit
3 jobs
Dearborn
3 jobs
Ann Arbor
3 jobs
Flint
2 jobs
Canton
2 jobs
Monroe
2 jobs
Gaylord
2 jobs
Holland
2 jobs

Licensed Practical Nurse Job Market in Michigan

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

Who's Hiring

Medilodge4 open roles
First Day Homecare3 open roles
Metropolitan Behavioral Health3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Michigan Employers Look For

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

  • Active licensed practical nurse license issued or recognized by the Michigan Board of Nursing
  • Completion of a state-approved practical nursing diploma or certificate program
  • 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 competency in medication administration, wound care, and vital sign monitoring
  • Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health record systems

Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a licensed practical nurse in Michigan?

You become a licensed practical nurse in Michigan by completing a state-approved practical nursing program, then passing the NCLEX-PN exam, and applying for licensure through the Michigan Board of Nursing, which is part of the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Most programs are offered through community colleges and take roughly a year to complete. Michigan also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can practice in Michigan without obtaining a separate license.

How much do licensed practical nurses make in Michigan?

Licensed practical nurses in Michigan earn a median of about $65,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $56,160 for the lowest 10% to over $77,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire licensed practical nurses in Michigan?

Employers hiring licensed practical nurses in Michigan right now include Medilodge, First Day Homecare, and Metropolitan Behavioral Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems, county-operated medical facilities, and independently owned skilled nursing chains all maintain steady LPN pipelines throughout the year.

Which Michigan cities have the most licensed practical nurse jobs?

Grand Rapids, Detroit, and Dearborn have the most licensed practical nurse openings in Michigan. Detroit drives the highest volume through its concentration of hospital campuses, skilled nursing facilities, and federally qualified health centers, while Grand Rapids and Lansing generate consistent demand from regional health systems and the state government workforce serving Michigan's capital and mid-state population.

Are there remote licensed practical nurse jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. About 23% of licensed practical nurse openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on, patient-facing nature of the role. The small share of remote work that does exist tends to involve telephonic triage, care coordination, or utilization review positions where direct physical assessment is not required.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to long-term care and skilled nursing facilities, which have the highest volume of new-grad LPN openings and the most structured onboarding. Henry Ford Health and McLaren Health Care both run new-graduate transition programs, and many Michigan county medical care facilities hire new graduates for supervised positions. Candidates coming from certified nursing assistant or medical assistant roles have a practical edge because the clinical fundamentals transfer directly, and holding an active Michigan Board of Nursing license before applying removes a common barrier.

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

You can find and apply to licensed practical nurse jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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