Travel Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Job

Albuquerque, NM
Contracted
Las Palomas Ctr
Mid Level
Overview
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Long-Term Care / Nursing Home setting in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Travel temporary assignment begins 04/01/2026 for 16 weeks. Guaranteed 36 hours per week. Shift: three 12-hour day shifts, typically 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Local candidates only. Weekly pay range: $651-$698.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $651-$698 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 16 weeks
- Shift: three 12-hour day shifts (6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.)
- Start date: 04/01/2026
- Setting: Long-Term Care / Nursing Home
- Local candidates only

Responsibilities
- Provide direct resident care, including assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Support residents with mobility, transfers, and positioning using proper body mechanics
- Monitor residents, observe changes, and report findings to the team; document care and observations
- Assist with meals, hydration, and swallowing precautions as indicated; support nutritional needs
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment; respond to call lights, assist with bedmaking and hygiene tasks
- Follow individualized care plans; uphold infection control, safety policies, and resident privacy and dignity

Requirements
- Active New Mexico CNA license in good standing
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred
- Prior CNA experience in long-term care or geriatric care preferred
- Ability to perform duties in a long-term care setting; physical capability for assisting residents
- Willingness to commit to a 16-week travel assignment and a 36-hour work week
- Local candidates only (Albuquerque area)

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours as part of assignment
- Competitive weekly pay with a clear range
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Housing assistance
- Extension opportunities
- Nationwide assignments
- Dedicated on-assignment support

Find more opportunities
Find more opportunities at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply to view other open travel CNA roles and related healthcare assignments.

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.

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