Licensed Practical Nurse in Nebraska

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for NE. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$60,740

trending_down -2.6% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Nebraska.

engineering

4,820

Jobs (NE)

monitoring Stable

+2.6%

10-yr job growth

payments

$323

Licensing fees

schedule

1-2 years

Time to complete

route How to become a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska

To become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Nebraska, you must complete a state-approved practical nursing program and pass the NCLEX-PN exam. The licensing body is the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services - Board of Nursing. A fingerprint-based criminal background check is required, and there is no minimum age for licensure. Nebraska is also a Nurse Licensure Compact state, allowing LPNs with a multistate license from another compact state to practice there.

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10th percentile (entry) $47,110

25th percentile $52,620

50th (median) $60,740

75th percentile $64,870

90th (experienced) $73,520

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for Nebraska. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist Nebraska requirements

Licensing body	Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services - Board of Nursing
State license	Required
Education	Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program
Exam	NCLEX-PN ($200)
Application fee	$123
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	20.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and attest to having good moral character. A fingerprint-based criminal background check is required. Renewal is on October 31st of odd-numbered years. Nebraska is a Nurse Licensure Compact state.

Source: Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services - Board of Nursing

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10-year growth

+2.6%

Average

Annual openings

54,400

Nationwide per year

Total employment

651,400

Nationwide

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AI & tech impact

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Frequently asked questions

What are the steps to becoming a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska? expand_more

The path to licensed practical nurse licensure in Nebraska: complete the required education (Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program), pass the NCLEX-PN, and submit your application ($123 fee).

Does Nebraska require licensed practical nurse licensure? expand_more

A state license is required in Nebraska. Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services - Board of Nursing handles licensed practical nurse licensing — the NCLEX-PN is part of the process.

How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Nebraska? expand_more

In Nebraska, the median pay for licensed practical nurses comes to $60,740/year. That's roughly in line with the $62,340 national median. Entry-level (10th percentile) starts at $47,110, while experienced professionals (90th percentile) earn $73,520.

How much does it cost to become a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska? expand_more

The full cost to enter the field runs about varies, factoring in exam fee ($200) and application fee ($123) and required training.

How quickly can I become a licensed practical nurse in Nebraska? expand_more

In Nebraska, becoming a licensed practical nurse generally takes 1-2 years, accounting for education requirements, hands-on training, and the exam process.

What's required to renew a licensed practical nurse license in Nebraska? expand_more

Nebraska requires 20.0 hours of continuing education every 2.0 years to maintain your licensed practical nurse license.