Employment opportunities for Licensed Practical Nurses are projected to grow by 25% through the year 2020. The figure, projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistic, represents a growth rate that is faster than the average for all professions. While the job prospects remain optimistic, it depends on the industry. Home health care and nursing care facilities offer the largest employment opportunities for LPNs. Newly licensed nurses seeking employment in hospitals will face fierce competition due to fewer jobs and preference … Read the rest