JobSOC 29-2061

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

2 programs

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training51.3901
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other51.3999

02.

Draws on

Customer and Personal Service4.0 of 5
English Language3.9 of 5
Psychology3.7 of 5
Medicine and Dentistry3.7 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.