Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job

La Crosse, WI
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long-Term Care
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States
Start date: 2 weeks from offer
Duration: 8 weeks
Weekly pay: $1,556 – $1,642 per week
Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
Shift: Eve/night mix
Setting: LTC – Nursing Home

This travel assignment is for a licensed practical nurse working in a long-term care setting. The role accepts either an RN or LPN under supervision, with an 8-week contract starting after offer acceptance and a 40-hour weekly guarantee. The placement requires evening and night coverage within a rotating schedule.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,556 – $1,642 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 8 weeks
- Shift: Eve/night mix
- Start date: 2 weeks from offer
- Setting: Long-term care, nursing home

Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to residents under supervision of a licensed nurse in a long-term care setting
- Administer medications and document administration according to care plans and facility procedures
- Monitor vital signs, assess changes in resident condition, and report to the supervising nurse
- Assist residents with activities of daily living and mobility, promoting safety and dignity
- Perform basic wound care, dressing changes, and routine procedures per policy
- Document care provided in the electronic health record and communicate clearly with the care team

Requirements
- LPN licensure in Wisconsin or eligibility for licensure (per standard care practice in a LTC travel role)
- Ability to work evenings and nights in a rotating schedule
- Comfort and experience in long-term care settings; ability to follow care plans and document accurately
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills
- Ability to pass background check and health screenings required for clinical deployments
- Commitment to resident safety, infection control, and professional standards

Benefits and Support
- 40-hour weekly guarantee during the assignment
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated on-assignment support throughout the contract
- Extension opportunities for continued placement
- Fast credentialing process to minimize time to start
- Nationwide assignments available for future opportunities
- Referral bonuses up to $1,000 for qualifying placements

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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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