LPN Directory

LPN Directory: Find a Licensed Practical Nurse

Find licensed practical nurses (LPNs and LVNs) by city, state, and care setting. Compare credentials, scope of practice, and availability for home care, assisted living, and skilled nursing.

What LPNs do

  • Bedside and basic clinical care — vitals, monitoring, dressings
  • Medication administration (within state scope)
  • Activities of daily living support
  • Patient and family education
  • Documentation and reporting to the supervising RN or physician

Where LPNs work

  • Home health and private duty
  • Assisted living and senior care
  • Skilled nursing facilities
  • Rehab and post-acute care
  • Outpatient clinics and physician offices

LPN vs RN

LPNs complete a shorter practical-nursing program (12–18 months) and pass the NCLEX-PN. RNs hold an ADN or BSN, pass the NCLEX-RN, and have a broader scope of practice. LPNs practice under RN, NP, or physician supervision.

How to search the LPN directory

  • Search by city, ZIP, or state
  • Filter by setting (home care, ALF, SNF, clinic)
  • Filter by specialty (geriatrics, wound care, peds)
  • Verify license with the state board of nursing
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is an LPN?

An LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) — called an LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) in Texas and California — provides bedside, long-term, and home care under the supervision of an RN, NP, or physician after completing a 12–18 month program and the NCLEX-PN.

How do I find an LPN near me?

Search the LPN directory by city, ZIP, or state, then filter by setting — home care, assisted living, skilled nursing, or clinic.

Can LPNs work in home care?

Yes. LPNs are widely used in home health, private duty, and assisted living settings. State scope of practice rules define exactly which tasks they can perform independently.

How do I verify an LPN license?

Look up the LPN with the issuing state board of nursing. Compact-state LPNs can also be verified through Nursys QuickConfirm.