Wyoming has roughly 800 LPNs covering the least densely populated state in the country โ which means qualified practical nurses are not just wanted, they're essential. Rural facilities, long-term care homes, and community clinics across Cheyenne, Casper, and Sheridan are hiring consistently, and the state offers loan repayment programs to recruit nurses to underserved areas. As a compact state, your Wyoming LPN license works across 40+ states from day one.
๐ฐ Avg $55,044/yr๐ฅ Active Job Marketโ๏ธ Travel Nursing Available๐ข NLC Compact State
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LPN Salary in Wyoming
$55,044
Avg Annual Salary
$26.46/hr
Avg Hourly Rate
$1,800โ$2,200
Travel LPN Weekly Pay
$59,730
National LPN Median
๐ก Pro Tip: Wyoming's rural healthcare shortage means LPNs are in high demand. Many facilities offer sign-on bonuses and housing assistance for nurses willing to relocate to frontier communities.
Where to Find LPN Jobs in Wyoming
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๐ฅ Long-term care / skilled nursing๐ฅ Rural critical access hospitals๐ฅ Corrections facilities๐ฅ Home health agencies
Travel Nursing in Wyoming
Wyoming is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state โ your license is recognized in 40+ other states, making travel nursing easy.
Travel LPN assignments typically run 8โ13 weeks and pay $1,800โ$2,200/week โ often with housing stipends included. Top travel agencies actively recruiting for Wyoming:
NurseFern โ remote and hybrid LPN options including WY
Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) โ Wyoming
โ NLC Compact Member โ Your license works in 40+ states
Wyoming is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), meaning your Wyoming 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.
American Traveler ยท Advantis Medical ยท NuWest ยท TLC Nursing
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Frequently Asked Questions
The average LPN salary in Wyoming is $55,044/year ($26.46/hour) according to Salary.com 2026 data. Travel LPN assignments pay $1,800โ$2,200/week. Salaries vary by setting โ government and hospital positions tend to pay more than LTC facilities.
The highest concentration of LPN jobs in Wyoming 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 Wyoming typically pay $1,800โ$2,200/week on 8โ13 week contracts. Agencies like American Traveler, Advantis Medical, and NuWest actively recruit for Wyoming 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 Wyoming use LPN. The NCLEX-PN exam and scope of practice are identical. Visit lpn-lvn.com for more.
Many LPNs in Wyoming advance through LPN-to-RN bridge programs, which credit prior nursing experience. Completing the bridge can increase salary from $55,044 to $80,000+ annually. Visit lpn-rn.com for bridge program options.
โ ๏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 Wyoming State Board of Nursing. This page may contain affiliate links.
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Wyoming
Wyoming LPN Scope
Wyoming LPN Scope of Practice โ What You Can and Can't Do
Wyoming LPNs are regulated by the Wyoming State Board of Nursing. Wyoming is an NLC state.
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
Wyoming rural note: Wyoming has the smallest population of any state. Many LPNs work in critical access hospitals and remote clinics where you may be the primary nurse on duty. IV certification and clear facility protocols for remote RN supervision are essential here.
You Cannot RN-Only Functions
Comprehensive assessments
Creating or modifying care plans
Blood product or chemotherapy administration
Central line management
Triage
Independent practice
Wyoming LPN-to-RN Bridge Programs
School
Format
Timeline
Details
Casper College
On-campus + clinical
12โ18 months
ADN bridge in Casper
Excelsior University
100% Online
Self-paced
Online + local clinicals โ popular with rural WY nurses
Address: 130 Hobbs Ave, Suite B, Cheyenne, WY 82002
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Bridge from LPN to RN โ Expand Your Scope and Your Paycheck
Tired of scope limitations? RNs earn 35โ50% 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.