What Do They Do?
What Do They Do?
Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) provide basic patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians. Their duties include taking vital signs, administering medications, performing basic nursing care, educating patients, and monitoring their health. They may also supervise nursing aides, report patient progress, and offer emotional support to patients and families.
Where Do They Work?
Where Do They Work?
LPNs work in nursing homes, physician practices, hospitals, and other healthcare settings. Most work full time, often including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on the setting.
How Much Do They Earn?
How Much Do They Earn?
Median annual salary: 64,245
Entry-level salary: $51,494
For More Information:
New York State Department of Labor Searchable Wage Database: https://dol.ny.gov/occupational-wages-0
Supply and Demand
Supply and Demand
LPNs are expected to grow statewide by 24% between 2022 and 2032, with nearly 5,000 average annual openings.
For More Information:
New York State Department of Labor Employment Projections: https://dol.ny.gov/employment-projections
Educational Requirements
Educational Requirements
LPN educational programs are typically one year in length and include clinical practice in a hospital or other health care setting and classroom study that covers basic nursing content including: anatomy; physiology; medication administration; nutrition; and first aid. Some LPN programs are available to high school students through BOCES, while most are offered to adults via BOCES, community colleges, or four-year colleges.
Licensure Requirements
Licensure Requirements
To be licensed in New York State, LPNs must complete an accredited educational or equivalent program and pass the LPN nursing examination (REx-PN) developed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.
For More Information:
New York State Education Department:
https://www.op.nysed.gov/professions/licensed-practical-nurses/license-requirements
National Council of State Boards of Nursing: https://www.rexpn.com/
Financial Support
Financial Support
Financial support can come from various federal, state, and private sources. Contact your college or university to learn about the financial aid options they offer, as well as other potential sources of funding that may be available.
For More Information:
LPN Welfare Fund Scholarship Program:
Foundation for Quality Care: https://www.nyshfa-nyscal.org/fqc/scholarships/
Education Programs
Education Programs
| Institution | Degree | City/Town | Region | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES | Certificate | Newark | Finger Lakes | Visit |
Western Suffolk BOCES | Certificate | Northport | Long Island | Visit |
WSWHE BOCES | Certificate | Hudson Falls | Capital Region | Visit |
SUNY Canton | Certificate | Canton | North Country | Visit |
Suffolk County Community College | Certificate | Selden | Long Island | Visit |
St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing | Certificate | Albany | Capital Region | Visit |
Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing | Certificate | Troy | Capital Region | Visit |
Rochester Education Opportunity Center | Certificate | Rochester | Finger Lakes | Visit |
Rockland BOCES | Certificate | West Nyack | Hudson Valley | Visit |
Otsego Northern Catskills BOCES | Certificate | Milford | Mohawk Valley | Visit |
Orleans/Niagara BOCES | Certificate | Medina | Finger Lakes | Visit |
OCM BOCES | Certificate | Liverpool | Central NY | Visit |
Orange-Ulster BOCES | Certificate | Newburgh | Hudson Valley | Visit |
Monroe College | Certificate | Bronx | New York City | Visit |
Madison-Oneida BOCES | Certificate | Verona | Central NY | Visit |
Jefferson Lewis BOCES | Certificate | Watertown | North Country | Visit |
Isabella Graham Hart School of Nursing | Certificate | Rochester | Finger Lakes | Visit |
Hostos Community College CUNY | Certificate | Bronx | New York City | Visit |
Genesee Valley BOCES | Certificate | Le Roy | Finger Lakes | Visit |
Greater Southern Tier BOCES | Certificate | Elmira | Southern Tier | Visit |
Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego BOCES | Certificate | Herkimer | Mohawk Valley | Visit |
Finger Lakes Health Marion S. Whalen School of Practical Nursing | Certificate | Geneva | Finger Lakes | Visit |
Eastern Suffolk BOCES | Certificate | Bellport | Long Island | Visit |
Erie 1 BOCES | Certificate | West Seneca | Western NY | Visit |
Erie 2 BOCES | Certificate | Buffalo | Western NY | Visit |
Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Osego BOCES | Certificate | Norwich | Southern Tier | Visit |
Dutchess BOCES | Certificate | Poughkeepsie | Hudson Valley | Visit |
Curtis High School | Certificate | Staten Island | New York City | Visit |
Capital Region BOCES | Certificate | Albany | Capital Region | Visit |
Cattaraugus-Allegany-Erie-Wyoming BOCES | Certificate | Olean | Western NY | Visit |
Cayuga-Onendaga BOCES | Certificate | Auburn | Central NY | Visit |
Center for Instruction, Technology and Innovation | Certificate | Mexico | Central NY | Visit |
Clara Barton High School | Certificate | Brooklyn | New York City | Visit |
Broom Tioga BOCES | Certificate | Binghamton | Southern Tier | Visit |