Travel Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Job

Albuquerque, NM
Contracted
Sandia Ridge Center
Mid Level
Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) travel assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Specialty: LPN in a skilled nursing setting. Start date 03/02/2026 for a 16-week contract with guaranteed hours. Weekly pay range is $1,017–$1,053 per week. Shift: 3x12 nights (18:00–06:30). This is a travel - temporary assignment in a skilled nursing facility.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,017–$1,053 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 16 weeks
- Shift: 3x12 night shifts (18:00–06:30)
- Start date: 03/02/2026
- Setting: Skilled nursing facility

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to residents per the plan of care and facility policies
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments per physician orders and MARs
- Monitor residents’ condition, perform frequent vital signs checks, and report changes promptly
- Document assessments, interventions, and progress notes in the electronic medical record
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to update care plans and ensure quality resident outcomes
- Maintain infection control practices, safety protocols, and appropriate patient transfers or discharges as needed

Requirements
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license; state licensure for New Mexico preferred
- Relevant experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings is preferred
- Ability to work the 3x12 night shift and meet 36 guaranteed hours per week
- Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills
- Ability to work in a local travel assignment and comply with facility policies

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support to assist during the assignment
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance to streamline start
- Access to additional travel opportunities with Healthforce Healthcare LLC

Find more opportunities
If you’re interested in other travel LPN roles, apply here and explore additional openings at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

Share

Apply for this position

Required*
We've received your resume. Click here to update it.
Attach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) or Paste resume

Paste your resume here or Attach resume file