A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
09/01/2026 Take control of your career: Build your LPN schedule around your life If you're tired of having little control over your schedule or want the flexibility to earn on your terms, flexible acute LPN shifts as an independent contractor could be exactly what you're looking for. Independent licensed practical nurses like you use ShiftKey to connect with a nationwide network of hospitals. You bid on the shifts that match your preferences, and you choose your rate. Choose the hospitals you want. Pick the days you want. Set the rate you want. Whether you're looking for extra income, better work/life balance or more control over when you work, ShiftKey gives you the freedom to: Take control of your schedule: Skip night shifts, keep your Mondays free, keep time open for school pick up. You work only when it makes sense for you.
Earn on your terms:
Use ShiftKey to earn extra income, even if you have another job. You can get paid instantly through ShiftKey Wallet, have instant payments sent to an existing debit card, or opt for direct deposit.
Find the right environment:
Flexible acute LPN shifts give you the opportunity to experience a variety of hospital settings and choose what works best for you. Because you're an independent contractor professional, you can also access and purchase portable benefits through our partner, Stride Health.
That includes options for:
Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance (Insurance is provided through Stride Health. ShiftKey does not offer health, dental, vision or life insurance.)
Requirements:
A high school diploma or GED A valid LPN license in the state of LA What you might do: You already know how essential licensed practial nurses are to acute care teams. Your work supports patient comfort, continuity of care, and day-to-day progress toward recovery. Depending on the shift, you may: Chart and record medications and treatments Observe patients and report changes in condition Measure and record vital signs, weight, height, and other diagnostics Comfort and reassure patients What LPNs using ShiftKey have to say about us: "Using ShiftKey changed my life! I don't have to work nights anymore, and I have a flexible schedule that allows me to spend time with my family. I learned how to prioritize care and go from facility to facility without missing a beat, and I've gotten to know and learn from various patients and care providers!" - Srebrina, LPN "Using the ShiftKey app has allowed me to have the work-life balance that I desperately needed!" - Jaime, LPN Timing of payments may vary based on invoice approvals and are subject to a $2.95 fee per payment from ShiftKey. Manual review of an invoice usually takes Timing of payments directly to an external debit card may vary based on invoice approvals and are subject to a 2% fee of the total payment ($2.99 minimum fee).
