By EveryNurse Staff on January 14, 2023
The state of Oklahoma employs more than 60,000 healthcare workers, and that number is steadily growing. Employers are in need of qualified, competent medical workers to care for patients and assist other professionals. This includes licensed practical nurses, who help care for patients in various ways, under the supervision of registered nurses, medical doctors and dentists. In order to become a licensed practical nurse in Oklahoma, individuals must complete a board-approved LPN training program.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics for Oklahoma, practical nurses earn an annual median salary of $37,860 (as of May 2013). Keep in mind that this is just the center line; these professionals can earn more than $50,000 or as little as $25,000 per year. Several variables affect an LPN’s salary, including their experience and where they are located within the state.