Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

Silver City, NM
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Long Term Care (LTC) delivering resident-focused nursing care in Silver City, New Mexico. This travel assignment begins October 1, 2026 and runs for 12 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $887 to $934. Shift pattern is 3x12-hour day shifts. The assignment is in a long-term care nursing home setting, offering hands-on patient care in a ward-based environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $887-$934 per week
- Guaranteed hours: not guaranteed
- Contract duration: 12 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts
- Start date: October 1, 2026
- Facility/work setting: Long Term Care – Nursing Home travel assignment

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting, including medication administration, treatment delivery, and ongoing monitoring.
- Assess residents, document findings, and report changes to the supervising RN to support appropriate care planning.
- Administer prescribed medications and ensure accurate, timely documentation in resident charts.
- Perform routine nursing procedures and assist with wound care, dressing changes, and activities of daily living as needed.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to implement and adjust individualized care plans.
- Maintain infection control, safety, and privacy standards while ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality resident care.

Requirements
- Current LPN license in the State of New Mexico
- Graduate of an approved practical nursing program
- Prior long-term care or geriatric nursing experience preferred
- Ability to work 3x12-hour day shifts
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Proficiency with charting and basic nursing procedures in a fast-paced setting

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Weekly pay within the stated range
- Travel coordination and compliance guidance
- Ongoing assignment support throughout the contract

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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