Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job
Belen, NM
Contracted
Belen Meadows Center
Mid Level
Step into a meaningful, mission driven role as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Long Term Care, where every shift is an opportunity to shape comfort, dignity, and quality of life for residents who rely on steady hands and unwavering compassion. In this assignment based in Belen, New Mexico, you’ll bring practical expertise, empathy, and hands on care to a dedicated care team. The start date is 03/02/2026, and the assignment spans several weeks with guaranteed 36 hours each week. You’ll earn competitive weekly pay ranging from 984 to 1,071 dollars as you deliver safe, person centered care and support residents and their families through daily routines, health monitoring, and individualized care plans. This is more than a job; it’s a chance to impact lives in a community that values every smile, every moment of dignity, and every step toward greater well being.
New Mexico is a Land of Enchantment, a place where sunlit days meet mountain air and desert skies. As you thrive in Belen you will experience the region’s unique beauty and cultural richness—from the nearby foothills of the Sandias to the winding Rio Grande corridor, and from tranquil Bosque del Apache wetlands to charming local towns that celebrate history, music, and craft. The state’s diverse landscapes offer opportunities for weekend exploration, outdoor adventures, and colorful sunsets that replenish your energy after demanding shifts. This backdrop invites you to balance purposeful clinical work with personal renewal, making your professional journey as rewarding outside the walls as it is inside them.
Location benefits extend beyond the local setting. Working in Belen provides a close knit community atmosphere, affordable living, and convenient access to larger urban centers such as Albuquerque for dining, culture, and family activities. For clinicians seeking broader horizons, this role is part of a national travel portfolio that opens doors to assignments across the United States, exposing you to a variety of facilities, patient populations, and geriatric care practices. You’ll gain breadth in long term care skills, expand your network of mentors, and elevate your resume with diverse experiences—all while enjoying a stable core schedule and consistent earnings. The arrangement is designed to deliver the best of both worlds: the steady, supportive environment you value at home, plus the opportunity to grow through extended assignments and potential next placements that fit your goals.
As a Licensed Practical Nurse in Long Term Care, you’ll be integral to daily resident care and care planning. Core responsibilities include assessing patient needs and changes in condition, monitoring vital signs, administering medications and treatments as directed by the supervising registered nurse, assisting with activities of daily living, mobility and transfers, wound care and dressing changes, catheter and ostomy support as needed, and maintaining precise documentation in the electronic health record. You will contribute to infection control, safety protocols, nutrition and hydration support, fall prevention strategies, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to update care plans. You’ll also provide education to residents and families, reinforce routines that promote comfort and independence, and serve as a steady, reassuring presence during challenging moments.
This role offers meaningful professional growth within the long term care specialty. You’ll have opportunities for cross training in wound care, palliative and comfort measures, delirium prevention, and rehabilitation support. The position encourages ongoing learning, mentorship from experienced clinicians, and exposure to a range of geriatric care scenarios that sharpen clinical judgment and communication. The company supports career advancement through structured development paths, continuing education resources, and the chance to extend or transition to additional assignments that align with your interests and strengths. You’ll have access to a robust support network designed to help you flourish, including 24/7 assistance from our travel team as you navigate assignments, housing, and scheduling across locations.
The company’s values center on empowering staff, recognizing expertise, and cultivating a supportive, inclusive environment where every nurse can grow. You’ll be part of a team that prioritizes professional development, constructive feedback, fair recognition of contributions, and a collaborative culture that listens to you. Our commitment is to your career trajectory as much as to patient outcomes, with policies and programs that help you advance while maintaining balance and well being. You will be encouraged to take initiative, lead in best practice, and contribute to a positive care climate that respects both residents and caregivers.
If you’re ready to join a company that values your professional voice and your ongoing development, this is your invitation. Apply today to begin a journey that combines meaningful geriatric care with the support, benefits, and opportunities you deserve. The program offers a competitive compensation framework, including a bonus option, housing assistance to ease relocation, and clear extension opportunities to continue valued assignments. You’ll receive comprehensive support from a dedicated travel team, with 24/7 availability to assist with housing, scheduling, licensing needs, and on site logistics. Note that hours and pay rates are estimates and may vary; final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. If you’re motivated to make a tangible difference in Long Term Care and to grow within a dynamic, people centered organization, take the next step and apply. Your impact starts here.
New Mexico is a Land of Enchantment, a place where sunlit days meet mountain air and desert skies. As you thrive in Belen you will experience the region’s unique beauty and cultural richness—from the nearby foothills of the Sandias to the winding Rio Grande corridor, and from tranquil Bosque del Apache wetlands to charming local towns that celebrate history, music, and craft. The state’s diverse landscapes offer opportunities for weekend exploration, outdoor adventures, and colorful sunsets that replenish your energy after demanding shifts. This backdrop invites you to balance purposeful clinical work with personal renewal, making your professional journey as rewarding outside the walls as it is inside them.
Location benefits extend beyond the local setting. Working in Belen provides a close knit community atmosphere, affordable living, and convenient access to larger urban centers such as Albuquerque for dining, culture, and family activities. For clinicians seeking broader horizons, this role is part of a national travel portfolio that opens doors to assignments across the United States, exposing you to a variety of facilities, patient populations, and geriatric care practices. You’ll gain breadth in long term care skills, expand your network of mentors, and elevate your resume with diverse experiences—all while enjoying a stable core schedule and consistent earnings. The arrangement is designed to deliver the best of both worlds: the steady, supportive environment you value at home, plus the opportunity to grow through extended assignments and potential next placements that fit your goals.
As a Licensed Practical Nurse in Long Term Care, you’ll be integral to daily resident care and care planning. Core responsibilities include assessing patient needs and changes in condition, monitoring vital signs, administering medications and treatments as directed by the supervising registered nurse, assisting with activities of daily living, mobility and transfers, wound care and dressing changes, catheter and ostomy support as needed, and maintaining precise documentation in the electronic health record. You will contribute to infection control, safety protocols, nutrition and hydration support, fall prevention strategies, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to update care plans. You’ll also provide education to residents and families, reinforce routines that promote comfort and independence, and serve as a steady, reassuring presence during challenging moments.
This role offers meaningful professional growth within the long term care specialty. You’ll have opportunities for cross training in wound care, palliative and comfort measures, delirium prevention, and rehabilitation support. The position encourages ongoing learning, mentorship from experienced clinicians, and exposure to a range of geriatric care scenarios that sharpen clinical judgment and communication. The company supports career advancement through structured development paths, continuing education resources, and the chance to extend or transition to additional assignments that align with your interests and strengths. You’ll have access to a robust support network designed to help you flourish, including 24/7 assistance from our travel team as you navigate assignments, housing, and scheduling across locations.
The company’s values center on empowering staff, recognizing expertise, and cultivating a supportive, inclusive environment where every nurse can grow. You’ll be part of a team that prioritizes professional development, constructive feedback, fair recognition of contributions, and a collaborative culture that listens to you. Our commitment is to your career trajectory as much as to patient outcomes, with policies and programs that help you advance while maintaining balance and well being. You will be encouraged to take initiative, lead in best practice, and contribute to a positive care climate that respects both residents and caregivers.
If you’re ready to join a company that values your professional voice and your ongoing development, this is your invitation. Apply today to begin a journey that combines meaningful geriatric care with the support, benefits, and opportunities you deserve. The program offers a competitive compensation framework, including a bonus option, housing assistance to ease relocation, and clear extension opportunities to continue valued assignments. You’ll receive comprehensive support from a dedicated travel team, with 24/7 availability to assist with housing, scheduling, licensing needs, and on site logistics. Note that hours and pay rates are estimates and may vary; final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. If you’re motivated to make a tangible difference in Long Term Care and to grow within a dynamic, people centered organization, take the next step and apply. Your impact starts here.
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