Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

Gallup, NM
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse | Long Term Care | Gallup, New Mexico | travel assignment starting 11/02/2026 for 6 weeks | weekly pay $744–$759 | guaranteed hours 36 per week | shift: 12-hour daytime days, 3 days per week (07:00–19:30) | Skilled Nursing Facility | LOCAL ONLY

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $744–$759 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 6 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour daytime shifts, three days per week (07:00–19:30)
- Start date: 11/02/2026
- Work setting: Skilled Nursing Facility
- Local candidate emphasis per assignment notes

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting according to the plan of care and physician orders
- Administer medications and treatments, monitor for side effects, and report changes in resident condition
- Assist with activities of daily living and mobility, promoting safety and comfort
- Perform accurate and timely documentation of care, assessments, and interventions; communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team during handoffs
- Monitor residents for safety, infection control, and patient skin integrity; respond to changes with appropriate escalation
- Collaborate with charge nurse and other staff to ensure continuity of care and adherence to care plans

Requirements
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state of New Mexico
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing settings preferred
- Ability to perform 12-hour shifts and work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong documentation, communication, and teamwork skills
- Local candidates preferred for this assignment

Benefits and Support
- 36 guaranteed hours per week on a 6-week assignment
- 12-hour daytime shift schedule with consistent hours
- Weekly pay cycle
- Assignment support provided by Healthforce Healthcare LLC

Find more opportunities
If this opening isn’t a fit, you can explore other LPN travel opportunities at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting 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.
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