How to hire a licensed practical nurse/supervisor

How to hire a licensed practical nurse/supervisor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step licensed practical nurse/supervisor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a licensed practical nurse/supervisor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new licensed practical nurse/supervisor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the licensed practical nurse/supervisor you need to hire. Certain licensed practical nurse/supervisor roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   A licensed practical nurse/supervisor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, licensed practical nurse/supervisors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of licensed practical nurse/supervisor salaries for various roles:

   Type of Licensed Practical Nurse/Supervisor	Description	Hourly rate
   Licensed Practical Nurse/Supervisor	Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) provide basic nursing care. They work under the direction of registered nurses and doctors.	$17-35
   Nurse Clinician	A nurse clinician is a health expert who provides care and assistance to patients in hospitals, clinics, or similar establishments. Among their responsibilities include preparing equipment and documents, administering medication, monitoring the patient's condition, maintaining charts, and regularly reporting to physicians... Show more	$23-42
   Staff Nurse	Staff nurses are registered nurses who are usually assigned to work in a care home, a company, or in a clinical setting. They advise the physical assessments of patients, employees, and residents... Show more	$20-52

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patients
   • Resident Care
   • CPR
   • Medication Administration
   • Quality Care
   • Compassion
   • Nursing Home
   • Vital Signs
   • MDS
   • Physician Orders
   • Wound Care
   • Customer Service
   • Rehabilitation
   • Home Health

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
   • Review physical needs, monitor patients' physical condition, administer order medications and treatments according to assign medical care standards.
   • Follow rehabilitation and treatment plans to accelerate patient recovery; minimize pain, infections and complications to optimize patients' outcomes.
   • Provide behavioral/emotional support and supervision for rehabilitation patients.
   • Administer and document flu shots and TB results.
   • Well develop assessment skills, strong knowledge of pharmacology, CPR train

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your licensed practical nurse/supervisor job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A licensed practical nurse/supervisor salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a licensed practical nurse/supervisor in Colorado may be lower than in Hawaii, and an entry-level licensed practical nurse/supervisor usually earns less than a senior-level licensed practical nurse/supervisor. Additionally, a licensed practical nurse/supervisor with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average licensed practical nurse/supervisor salary

   $53,008yearly

   $25.48 hourly rate

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   Entry-level licensed practical nurse/supervisor salary

   $37,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average licensed practical nurse/supervisor salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Massachusetts	$59,614	$29
   2	New York	$59,356	$29
   3	New Jersey	$59,327	$29
   4	Pennsylvania	$58,840	$28
   5	Virginia	$56,674	$27
   6	Ohio	$54,894	$26
   7	North Carolina	$54,026	$26
   8	Michigan	$52,778	$25
   9	Indiana	$51,639	$25
   10	Florida	$50,642	$24
   11	Illinois	$50,563	$24
   12	Tennessee	$49,334	$24
   13	Georgia	$49,194	$24
   14	Missouri	$49,143	$24
   15	Colorado	$49,050	$24
   16	Alabama	$48,990	$24

   Average licensed practical nurse/supervisor salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	VITAS Healthcare	$68,778	$33.07	58
   2	Life Care Centers of America	$67,057	$32.24	252
   3	Erlanger Health System	$65,139	$31.32	83
   4	Elizabeth Richardson Center	$64,740	$31.13
   5	NHC	$63,786	$30.67	103
   6	Pavilion Furniture Inc	$62,588	$30.09
   7	CHKD Thrift Store	$58,898	$28.32
   8	Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare	$58,832	$28.28	14
   9	American Senior Benefits	$58,111	$27.94	139
   10	Ellicott Development	$57,211	$27.51
   11	West View Nursing	$56,887	$27.35
   12	Ciena Healthcare	$56,763	$27.29
   13	Solaris Hospice	$56,348	$27.09	43
   14	Greystone Health Network	$56,312	$27.07
   15	Allegiant International	$56,218	$27.03
   16	HCHC: Stone Port	$56,016	$26.93	1
   17	Next Step Healthcare	$55,941	$26.89
   18	Aperion Care	$55,500	$26.68
   19	Hope Network	$55,003	$26.44	2
   20	Miller's Health Systems	$54,680	$26.29	22

4. Writing a licensed practical nurse/supervisor job description

   A good licensed practical nurse/supervisor job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a licensed practical nurse/supervisor job description:

   Licensed practical nurse/supervisor job description example

   Our Passion: We are improving the lives we touch. We need passionate, talented people working together who share our desire to provide the best quality care to our patients and lead the fight against the opioid epidemic. We are prepared to treat the entire disease, not just a piece of it. Our Team: Belmont CTC, located in Portland, OR, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation Our nursing team provides compassionate, high quality safe and efficient medication dispensing to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. Our mission is to provide full-circle care that includes a blend of therapies and the use of safe and effective medications. Our team is the front line of our fight against the opiate epidemic. Our Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan Paid vacation and sick time Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry Your Job as an LPN Nursing Supervisor The LPN Nursing Supervisor is responsible for directing care for patients, facilitating work flows, serving as a resource for staff, and providing team leadership in an outpatient addiction recovery environment. The LPN Nursing Supervisor maintains standards of professional nursing practice in accordance with clinic policy and procedures. We have daily shifts that allow our employees to have stable schedules and enjoy quality time away from the facility. Shift hours are early mornings from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, allowing you to enjoy a great work/life balance. Additional Benefits of Joining our Nursing Team: Lower stress environment No heavy lifting of patients Stable shifts and schedule Early morning hours Be a part of helping others in a recovery environment Holidays off Paid training Your Responsibilities as an LPN Nursing Supervisor: Responsible for ensuring that the Medication Room of the clinic is in full compliance with all facility or clinic policies, Federal and State Laws and Regulations at all times; Supervises daily clinical operations for staff, makes staff assignments and creates schedules, updates schedules for providers and support staff when changes are made; Supervises and evaluates work activities of nursing, technical, clerical, service or maintenance staff for the work group, and other clinic staff, as directed; Responsible for ensuring that medical records for patients are in compliance with facility or clinic policies, Federal and State Laws and Regulations at all times, will review medical records to ensure compliance; Oversees quality assurance activities and compliance to operational standards, participates in program development, development or implementation of operating policy and procedure, and promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices, as requested; Assists with the recruitment, hiring and training of new staff; and, Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Your Skills and Qualifications as a LPN Nursing Supervisor :
   
   Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
   Minimum of 2+ years related nursing practice
   Minimum 1 year supervisory responsibility
   Prefer experience in behavioral health/addiction recovery environment (inpatient or outpatient)
   There must be no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three years before employment
   
   Licenses/Certifications:
   
   Current LPN/LVN license in the state of Oregon
   
   
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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find licensed practical nurse/supervisors for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your licensed practical nurse/supervisor job on Zippia to find and recruit licensed practical nurse/supervisor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit licensed practical nurse/supervisors, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new licensed practical nurse/supervisor

   Once you have selected a candidate for the licensed practical nurse/supervisor position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new licensed practical nurse/supervisor first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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