The Average Wage for an LPN in Oregon
- As the job title indicates, LPNs in all 50 states must have a license to practice. In Oregon, prospective LPNs must graduate from a state-approved nursing education program and pass the National Council Licensing Examination-PN. They also must allow a criminal background check. LPNs from other states can apply to become an Oregon LPN by endorsement.
- The average salary nationwide for LPNs as of January 2011 was $43,300 per year, as determined by CareerBuilder.com. Those in the middle 50 percent of the earnings range were making $33,860 to $56,220 per year. In contrast, the average wage for an LPN in Oregon was $48,160, and the middle 50 percent range was $37,660 to $62,530.
- Average LPN salaries vary quite a bit by city in Oregon. LPNs in Klamath Falls, for instance, were earning $43,040 on average in January 2011, while those in La Grande had an average annual salary of $48,160. LPNs in Bend had an average salary of $43,530; in Eugene, $46,250; and in Portland, $48,050. The middle 50 percent range for this group of cities was $33,660 to $62,530.
- The job search website Indeed.com lists more than 100 jobs for LPNs throughout Oregon in January 2011. Positions are available in hospitals, clinics, intensive care units, hospices, senior living centers and home health services. Posted salaries range from $13.82 to $24.93 per hour. Full-time, part-time and on-call jobs are available in a variety of shift options. Full-time LPNs generally receive benefit packages including health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, paid vacations and holidays, tuition reimbursement and a 401k or other savings plan.
