Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

Belen, NM
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care travel assignment in Belen, New Mexico. Start date 11/09/2026 for a 12-week contract with guaranteed hours. Shift is 3x12-hour days (06:30–18:30) in a skilled nursing facility setting. Weekly pay ranges from $930 to $967, with 36 guaranteed hours per week.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $930-$967 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 12 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts (06:30–18:30)
- Start date: 11/09/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (long-term care)

Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to residents in a long-term care setting, including assessments and daily nursing duties
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders, monitoring for adverse effects
- Monitor vital signs and changes in patient status; escalate to the supervising RN or physician as needed
- Maintain accurate documentation in resident records; ensure safety and adherence to infection control protocols
- Assist residents with activities of daily living; collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to meet care goals
- Participate in care planning, education of residents and families, and quality assurance activities

Requirements
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse license in good standing in New Mexico
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Ability to perform 12-hour shifts in a skilled nursing/long-term care setting
- Willingness to travel and commit to a 12-week travel assignment
- Ability to pass standard background check and drug screen

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours
- Competitive weekly pay
- Travel assignment onboarding and credentialing support
- 24/7 recruiter and assignment support
- Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Ongoing support throughout the assignment

Find more opportunities
If this role isn’t a perfect fit, you can explore other LPN travel openings 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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