Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Lafayette, LA
Salary data, training programs, and job outlook for Lafayette-area Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)s
💰 Lafayette Area Salary
Salaries vary by employer, experience, and certifications. Lafayette figures based on regional BLS data and cost-of-living adjustments.
📋 About Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Work in Lafayette
LPNs provide basic nursing care under RN/physician supervision — taking vitals, administering meds, dressing wounds. One of the fastest paths into full-time healthcare with a real clinical role.
What You Do Day-to-Day
- Take vital signs and record patient data
- Administer medications as directed
- Change dressings and wound care
- Assist patients with daily activities
- Report changes in patient condition to RNs
🎓 Training Programs Near Lafayette
- Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College — Shreveport
- Delgado Community College — New Orleans
- Baton Rouge Community College — Baton Rouge
- Bossier Parish Community College — Bossier City
- South Louisiana Community College — Lafayette
📈 Job Outlook
National Growth: 5% (Average)
National Jobs: 742K employed nationwide
Credential Required: LPN/LVN License (NCLEX-PN)
Typical Program: Practical Nursing Diploma — 12–18 months