Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Start date: June 2, 2026
Duration: 8 weeks
Weekly pay: $1,013–$1,040 per week
Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
Shift: Night shift, 12-hour shifts (3x12)
Setting: Skilled nursing facility
Travel - temporary assignment
Key Highlights
- Local candidates only
- Night shift with 12-hour shifts
- 8-week contract
- Guaranteed 36 hours per week
- Travel assignment in a skilled nursing facility
- Start date: June 2, 2026
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care within the scope of an LPN and facility policy for residents in long-term care.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments under physician orders and document accurately in the chart.
- Monitor vital signs, assess changes in condition, respond to nursing calls, and escalate concerns to the supervising RN or physician.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, mobility, hygiene, and routine care; support wound care and basic rehabilitative activities as directed.
- Maintain precise and timely documentation, including care plans, MARs, and incident reports, while adhering to privacy and safety standards.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care and effective communication during handoffs between shifts.
Requirements
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
- Ability to work night shifts in a skilled nursing facility setting.
- Strong documentation and communication skills; reliable and able to follow care plans and orders.
- Eligible to work in the United States and available for an 8-week assignment.
Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Travel assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Ongoing recruiter and assignment support throughout the engagement
- Clear, direct path to local opportunities and additional openings via the hiring organization’s portal
Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other openings available through Healthforce Healthcare LLC, please apply at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply to view additional travel nursing and allied roles.
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.