LPN Jobs in Reading, PA

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), also known as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in some states, plays a critical role in the nursing industry by providing basic medical and nursing care under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and doctors. LPNs monitor the health of patients by observing and recording symptoms and vital signs, administer basic nursing care, including changing bandages and inserting catheters, provide comfort to patients by helping with daily activities such as bathing and dressing, and give medications and injections as prescribed by doctors. To succeed in this role, LPNs should have strong interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and attention to detail. They should also be compassionate, patient, and have good problem-solving skills.

Before becoming an LPN, individuals often work in roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or a Home Health Aide (HHA) to gain experience in the healthcare field. These roles involve providing basic patient care and assistance with daily activities, which helps develop the essential skills needed to be successful as an LPN. To become an LPN, one must complete an approved educational program, which usually takes about one year to complete, and pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) to get licensed. LPNs may also choose to gain additional certifications in specialized areas such as gerontology, IV therapy, or pharmacology to enhance their skills and job opportunities.

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LPN / LVN

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Reading
  • Wyomissing, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wyomissing, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

As an LPN/LVN, your understanding of the significance of small victories drives you....

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LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Clinic - Family Practice Exeter Health

  • Penn State Health
  • Reading, PA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 15 hours ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S): Currently licensed to practice as a licensed practical nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate LPN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact....

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Full-time Nurse (RN or LPN)

  • Pottsgrove School District
  • Pottstown, PA (18 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pottstown, PA (18 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 1 day ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Certified in Pennsylvania Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Professional Nurse (LPN)....

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Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time

  • Advantage
  • Lititz, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lititz, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 1 day ago

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Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

  • Genesis Administrative Services LLC
  • West Reading, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Reading, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 2 days ago

*Must be currently licensed by the State Board of Nursing or pending licensed practical nurse licensure....

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Nurse Instructor - LPN

  • Genesis Administrative Services LLC
  • West Reading, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Reading, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care...

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - up to $61/hr

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Orwigsburg, PA (20 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orwigsburg, PA (20 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 2 days ago

ShiftKey enables independent Licensed Practical Nurses like you to bid on per diem LPN shifts posted by a vast network of Healthcare Facilitiesall based on criteria you select....

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - up to $44/hr

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Lititz, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lititz, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 2 days ago

ShiftKey enables independent Licensed Practical Nurses like you to bid on per diem LPN shifts posted by a vast network of Healthcare Facilitiesall based on criteria you select....

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

  • Aveanna Healthcare
  • Fogelsville, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fogelsville, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 5 days ago

LPN Requirements for Success Must have eligible good-standing license (LPN) for the state in which the clinician will practice....

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

  • Care Options For Kids
  • Morgantown, PA (13 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Morgantown, PA (13 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Pediatric Home Health A Nursing Role Built for Focused, One-on-One Care in Pennsylvania At Care Options for Kids, pediatric home health nursing is intentionally different...

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Seeking New LPNs - Days/Nights/Weekends

  • Maxim Healthcare
  • Boyertown, PA (13 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boyertown, PA (13 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 6 days ago

information as needed Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the environment and equipment including universal precautions Minimum Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Active LPN...

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Night Owl LPN- Pediatric Homecare

  • Maxim Healthcare
  • Reading, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 6 days ago

Maxim Healthcare in Reading, Pa is hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work with Pediatric patients in their own homes. In need of Nightshifts! 7p-7a, 10p-6a, 11p-7a, and much more!...

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Healthcare LPN Household Team Leader

  • Landis Communities
  • Lititz, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lititz, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Lititz, PA 17543Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: NightLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Benefits: CMS 5/5 star - AGENCY FREE healthcare community...

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in New Holland, PA

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • New Holland, PA (17 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Holland, PA (17 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Desired Qualifications & Experience: Current and active Pennsylvania LPN license Previous experience in a school or pediatric setting preferred Demonstrated professionalism and an attentive, proactive...

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LPN - School in Lititz, PA

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Lititz, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lititz, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 8 days ago

This educational setting offers an engaging opportunity for a contract LPN to play a key role during the 24-25 school year, making a daily impact in the lives of young learners....

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Salary for LPN Jobs in Reading, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for LPN positions.



Highest Education Level

LPNs in Reading, PA offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
30.5%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Associate's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
13.2%
Master's Degree
7.1%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by LPNs in Reading, PA
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
34.5%
None
22.6%
2-4 years
7.0%


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