Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Nebraska

Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Nebraska are concentrated in Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island, where long-term care facilities, community health centers, and regional hospital systems keep consistent openings at every experience level from new graduate to charge nurse. Large employers with lasting Nebraska footprints include CHI Health, Bryan Health, and the Nebraska Medicine system. The most in-demand specialties are geriatric and long-term care, medical-surgical, and home health nursing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles44
Top employerPediatric Home Service
Top cityOmaha, NE
Cities hiring23
Work type75% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Phelps Memorial Health Center
LPN - Phelps Medical Group
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LPN - Phelps Medical Group
Phelps Memorial Health Center
Holdrege, Nebraska
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
201-500

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LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
NHCP
Lincoln, Nebraska
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
$22 - $27/hr
Hybrid
BLS Certification

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State of Nebraska
Licensed Practical Nurse- Norfolk Veterans' Home
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Licensed Practical Nurse- Norfolk Veterans' Home
State of Nebraska
Norfolk, Nebraska
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Military encouraged
10,000+

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Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs by City in Nebraska

Where Nebraska roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Omaha
11 jobs
Lincoln
6 jobs
Fremont
4 jobs
Norfolk
2 jobs
Louisville
2 jobs
Grand Island
2 jobs
Ord
1 job
Alma
1 job
Aurora
1 job

Licensed Practical Nurse Job Market in Nebraska

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

Who's Hiring

Pediatric Home Service
Pediatric Home Service9 open roles
Gateway Vista
Gateway Vista4 open roles
Nye Legacy
Nye Legacy3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Nebraska Employers Look For

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

  • Active licensed practical nurse license issued or recognized by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
  • Completion of a state-approved practical nursing education program
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
  • Demonstrated clinical experience in long-term care, med-surg, or home health settings
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or PointClickCare

Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska?

You become a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska by completing a state-approved practical nursing program, passing the NCLEX-PN exam, and applying for licensure through the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public Health. Nebraska also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice in Nebraska without obtaining a separate state license.

How much do licensed practical nurses make in Nebraska?

Licensed practical nurses in Nebraska earn a median of about $62,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,890 for the lowest 10% to over $77,940 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire licensed practical nurses in Nebraska?

Nebraska licensed practical nurse roles are posted by Pediatric Home Service, Gateway Vista, and Nye Legacy and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Nebraska's large integrated health systems, long-term care networks, and federally qualified health centers are consistently among the most active hirers across the state.

Which Nebraska cities have the most licensed practical nurse jobs?

Omaha, Lincoln, and Fremont have the most licensed practical nurse openings in Nebraska right now. Omaha drives the largest share of demand as the state's most populous metro and home to major health systems and a dense concentration of long-term care facilities, while Lincoln's university hospitals and Grand Island's regional medical centers sustain strong hiring in those markets.

Are there remote licensed practical nurse jobs in Nebraska?

Yes, but they're rare. Practical nursing is a hands-on clinical role, so the overwhelming majority of positions require on-site work. About 25% of licensed practical nurse openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are typically limited to telephonic triage, care coordination, or utilization review roles rather than direct patient care.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to long-term care facilities and skilled nursing facilities, which in Nebraska consistently hire new graduates and provide structured orientation. CHI Health and Nebraska Medicine both run onboarding programs for early-career LPNs, and smaller critical access hospitals across rural Nebraska often hire candidates who are newly licensed. Holding a current Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services LPN license and a valid CPR certification before applying gives you a clear edge over candidates still awaiting credentialing.

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

You can find and apply to licensed practical nurse jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nebraska openings across hospitals, long-term care facilities, and community health settings. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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