Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job

Belen, NM
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-Term Care | Travel - Temporary Assignment | Belen, New Mexico, United States | Start 04/28/2026 | 15 weeks | Weekly pay $1,431–$1,513 per week | Guaranteed hours 36 per week | Shift: 3x12 nights (18:00–06:30) | Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,431–$1,513 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 15 weeks
- Shift: 3x12 nights (18:00–06:30)
- Start date: 04/28/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (long-term care)

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to adult residents in a skilled nursing/long-term care setting under supervision of a registered nurse
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility policy
- Monitor residents’ health status, record vital signs, and identify and report changes promptly to the supervising RN
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, mobility, hygiene, feeding, and comfort measures
- Document care interventions, vitals, medications, and resident responses accurately in the electronic health record
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to implement and adjust care plans, ensuring resident safety and quality of life

Requirements
- Active LPN license (state requirements aligned with patient setting) and ability to practice in the applicable jurisdiction
- Minimum of relevant professional experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting preferred
- Ability to work night shifts and meet guaranteed hours
- Strong clinical skills in medication administration, documentation, and resident safety
- Effective communication and teamwork skills; ability to respond to changes in resident condition promptly
- Willingness to participate in a travel assignment and comply with facility policies and procedures

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Extension opportunities based on performance and assignment needs
- Ongoing access to additional travel openings with Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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If you’re exploring other nursing openings, please visit Healthforce Healthcare LLC to view additional opportunities and apply: 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.

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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