Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Missouri

Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Missouri are concentrated in long-term care facilities, skilled nursing homes, and hospital systems, with steady openings for both new graduates and experienced LPNs. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield are the busiest hiring markets, anchored by large employers such as BJC HealthCare, Mercy Health, and SSM Health. The most in-demand areas are geriatric care, rehabilitation, and home health. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles123+
Top employerPediatric Home Service
Top cityChesterfield, MO
Cities hiring68
Work type100% On-site
Top industryGovernment

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Superior Builders LLC 314=624-5575
Festus, Missouri
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Licensed Practical Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Optum
St. Louis, Missouri
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$52k - $78k/yr
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Travel LPN - LPN
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Travel LPN - LPN
American Traveler
St. Louis, Missouri
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
501-1,000

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Home Instead
Saint Joseph, Missouri
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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LPN- Day Shift
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LPN- Day Shift
Stone Bridge Senior Living
De Soto, Missouri
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chesterfield
10 jobs
St. Louis
8 jobs
Kansas City
8 jobs
Joplin
6 jobs
Springfield
5 jobs
Moberly
4 jobs
Florissant
4 jobs
Cape Girardeau
4 jobs
Rolla
3 jobs

Licensed Practical Nurse Job Market in Missouri

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

Who's Hiring

  • Pediatric Home Service15
  • Mercy5
  • State of Missouri5
  • Phoenix Home Care4
  • Burrell Behavioral Health4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Government & Public Sector
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Missouri Employers Look For

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

  • Active licensed practical nurse license issued or recognized by the Missouri State Board of Nursing
  • Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program approved for Missouri licensure
  • Current Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
  • Ability to pass a background check as required by Missouri healthcare employment law
  • Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner preferred
  • Strong clinical skills in medication administration, wound care, and patient monitoring

Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a licensed practical nurse in Missouri?

You become a licensed practical nurse in Missouri by completing an accredited practical nursing program, then passing the NCLEX-PN exam, and applying for licensure through the Missouri State Board of Nursing. Programs are offered at community colleges and vocational schools throughout the state and typically take about a year to complete. Missouri also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so LPNs licensed in other compact states can work in Missouri without obtaining a separate license.

How much do licensed practical nurses make in Missouri?

Licensed practical nurses in Missouri earn a median of about $61,530 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,580 for the lowest 10% to over $77,120 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire licensed practical nurses in Missouri?

Employers hiring licensed practical nurses in Missouri right now include Pediatric Home Service, Mercy, and State of Missouri, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's concentration of large health systems, skilled nursing facilities, and regional hospitals means consistent openings across both metropolitan and rural areas.

Which Missouri cities have the most licensed practical nurse jobs?

Chesterfield, St. Louis, and Kansas City have the most licensed practical nurse openings in Missouri. St. Louis and Kansas City drive the largest share of listings because of their major health system headquarters and dense hospital networks, while Springfield supports steady demand through Mercy and Cox Health, which are among the largest regional employers in the southwest part of the state.

Are there remote licensed practical nurse jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of licensed practical nurse openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The small share of remote work tends to involve telephone triage, insurance utilization review, or care coordination roles that do not require direct bedside patient contact.

How can I get hired as a licensed practical nurse in Missouri 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 in Missouri. Employers such as Mercy Health and SSM Health run new-graduate orientation programs designed for LPNs without prior clinical work experience. Certified nursing assistants and medical assistants are the most common lateral hires, since that hands-on background translates directly. Holding a current Missouri LPN license and a Basic Life Support certification before you apply gives you a clear edge over other entry-level candidates.

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

You can find and apply to licensed practical nurse jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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