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Your LPN Career Guide for Vermont

Vermont's healthcare system punches above its weight โ€” anchored by UVM Medical Center and a statewide network of community clinics that keep LPN demand steady across both the Burlington metro and the state's rural corridors. With a median salary above the national average and a tight workforce of around 320 LPNs in the Burlington area alone, qualified practical nurses here step into roles quickly and build careers with real momentum.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Avg $56,335/yr ๐Ÿฅ Active Job Market โœˆ๏ธ Travel Nursing Available ๐ŸŸข NLC Compact State

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LPN Salary in Vermont

$56,335
Avg Annual Salary
$27.08/hr
Avg Hourly Rate
$1,700โ€“$2,100
Travel LPN Weekly Pay
$59,730
National LPN Median
๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip: The University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington is Vermont's largest employer of LPNs. Apply directly at uvmhealth.org/careers. Travel contracts in Burlington are listed on ZipRecruiter year-round.

Where to Find LPN Jobs in Vermont

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University of Vermont Medical Center
๐Ÿ“ Burlington, VT  ยท  Academic Hospital
Academic Hospital Apply / View Jobs โ†’
Gifford Health Care
๐Ÿ“ Randolph, VT  ยท  Rural Hospital
Rural Hospital Apply / View Jobs โ†’
HireCare Services Vermont (Travel LPN)
๐Ÿ“ Burlington, VT  ยท  Travel / 13-week contracts
Travel Apply / View Jobs โ†’
Indeed โ€“ All VT LPN Jobs
๐Ÿ“ Statewide  ยท  Job Board
Job Board Apply / View Jobs โ†’
๐Ÿ” Search All Vermont LPN Jobs on Indeed โ†’ โšก View Jobs on ZipRecruiter โ†’

Work Settings for LPNs in Vermont

๐Ÿฅ UVM Medical Center (largest employer) ๐Ÿฅ Critical access rural hospitals ๐Ÿฅ Long-term care & assisted living ๐Ÿฅ Home health / visiting nurse services

Travel Nursing in Vermont

Vermont is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Travel LPN contracts in Burlington are actively posted โ€” 13-week assignments are common.

Travel LPN assignments typically run 8โ€“13 weeks and pay $1,700โ€“$2,100/week โ€” often with housing stipends included. Top travel agencies actively recruiting for Vermont:

Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) โ€” Vermont

โœ… NLC Compact Member โ€” Your license works in 40+ states

Vermont is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), meaning your Vermont LPN license is automatically recognized in 40+ other compact states. This makes it easy to pick up travel assignments or relocate without re-applying for licensure.

RequirementDetail
Governing BoardVermont Board of Nursing
Average Salary$56,335/year ยท $27.08/hour
Travel LPN Pay$1,700โ€“$2,100/week (13-week contracts)
NLC Compact MemberYes โ€” NLC member
Top Job BoardsIndeed ยท ZipRecruiter
Top Travel AgenciesAmerican Traveler ยท Advantis Medical ยท NuWest ยท TLC Nursing

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Frequently Asked Questions

The average LPN salary in Vermont is $56,335/year ($27.08/hour) according to Salary.com 2026 data. Travel LPN assignments pay $1,700โ€“$2,100/week. Salaries vary by setting โ€” government and hospital positions tend to pay more than LTC facilities.
The highest concentration of LPN jobs in Vermont is in long-term care facilities, hospital systems, and home health agencies. See the employer list above for direct links to apply. Indeed and ZipRecruiter are updated daily with new postings.
Yes โ€” travel LPN assignments in Vermont typically pay $1,700โ€“$2,100/week on 8โ€“13 week contracts. Agencies like American Traveler, Advantis Medical, and NuWest actively recruit for Vermont positions. Some postings include housing stipends.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) and LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) are the same credential โ€” Texas and California use LVN while all other states including Vermont use LPN. The NCLEX-PN exam and scope of practice are identical. Visit lpn-lvn.com for more.
Many LPNs in Vermont advance through LPN-to-RN bridge programs, which credit prior nursing experience. Completing the bridge can increase salary from $56,335 to $80,000+ annually. Visit lpn-rn.com for bridge program options.
โš ๏ธ Data Disclaimer: Salary figures are sourced from Salary.com (June 2026) and ZipRecruiter (2026 data). Employer listings and job URLs are provided for informational purposes โ€” job availability changes frequently. We strive to update this page at least once per year, but figures may lag. Always verify salary, openings, and requirements directly with employers and the Vermont Board of Nursing. This page may contain affiliate links.

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Vermont

Vermont LPN Scope

Vermont LPN Scope of Practice โ€” What You Can and Can't Do

Vermont LPNs are regulated by the Vermont Board of Nursing. Vermont is an NLC state.

You Can Direct Patient Care

  • Medication administration (oral, IM, SubQ, topical, rectal, inhaled)
  • Focused assessments and ongoing monitoring
  • Wound care and dressing changes
  • Vital signs and point-of-care testing
  • Foley catheter insertion and management
  • Tracheostomy care and suctioning
  • Contributing to care plans
  • Supervising CNAs/UAPs

Conditional IV Therapy

  • LPNs may perform IV therapy after completing a Board-approved course
  • Must work under direction of an RN or physician
  • Peripheral IV starts and IV fluid/medication administration permitted
  • LPNs CANNOT administer blood products, chemotherapy, or manage central lines

You Cannot RN-Only Functions

  • Comprehensive assessments
  • Creating or modifying care plans
  • Blood product or chemotherapy administration
  • Central line management
  • Triage
  • Independent practice

Vermont LPN-to-RN Bridge Programs

SchoolFormatTimelineDetails
Vermont Technical CollegeOn-campus + clinical12โ€“18 monthsADN bridge in Randolph Center
Excelsior University100% OnlineSelf-pacedOnline + local clinicals, no waitlist

Vermont Board of Nursing Contact

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Bridge from LPN to RN โ€” Expand Your Scope and Your Paycheck

Tired of scope limitations? RNs earn 35โ€“50% more, perform initial assessments, create care plans, start IVs without extra certification, and run triage. Bridge programs let you earn your RN while you keep working.

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