Travel Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Job

Albuquerque, NM
Contracted
Sandia Ridge Center
Mid Level
Overview
LPN travel assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Start date 03/16/2026 for 7 contract weeks, with 36 guaranteed hours per week and a 3x12-hour day shift (06:00–18:30) in a Skilled Nursing Facility. Weekly pay ranges from $817 to $848 per week.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $817-$848 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 7 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour days (06:00–18:30)
- Start date: 03/16/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility
- Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment

Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under supervision of the nursing team in a skilled nursing setting
- Administer prescribed medications and document administration accurately
- Monitor residents’ status: vital signs, assessments, and changes; communicate updates promptly
- Assist with activities of daily living and mobility to support patient independence
- Maintain clear, accurate documentation in the charting system and participate in shift handoffs
- Support infection control, safety protocols, and collaborative care planning with the interdisciplinary team

Requirements
- Active LPN license (state of New Mexico) or eligibility for NM licensure
- Availability to work the scheduled shift: 12-hour days (06:00–18:30) on a 3x12 schedule
- Local candidates only ( Albuquerque area or surrounding locale)
- Commitment to a 7-week contract
- Ability to work effectively in a skilled nursing facility environment
- Strong teamwork, communication, and patient-centered care skills

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- 24/7 traveler support and resources
- Clear, efficient onboarding and assignment setup
- Local candidate requirement aligned with the posted opening

Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore additional open roles, please visit Healthforce Healthcare LLC’s apply site to view other LPN travel assignments and related opportunities: 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.

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