Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job
Licensed Practical Nurse, Long Term Care, Albuquerque, New Mexico, US. Local candidates only. This is a travel - temporary assignment starting 09/01/2026 for 6 weeks, with 36 guaranteed hours per week. The position features 12-hour shifts (06:00–18:30), in a long-term care setting. Weekly pay ranges from $652 to $695.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $652–$695 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 6 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour shifts, 06:00–18:30
- Start date: 09/01/2026
- Setting: Long-term care / skilled nursing
Responsibilities
- Provide direct resident care under supervision of RNs and physicians, including routine nursing tasks.
- Assess resident condition, monitor vital signs, and document changes in the medical record.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with policy and scope of practice.
- Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, and patient safety to support independence and comfort.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans; communicate changes promptly.
- Maintain infection control, safety, and high-quality care standards; ensure accurate MAR/medication administration records.
Requirements
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in New Mexico.
- CPR/BLS certification.
- Prior long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred.
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts (06:00–18:30) and meet guaranteed hours.
- Strong communication and documentation skills; comfortable with electronic record-keeping.
- Local candidate with legal ability to work in the United States.
Benefits and Support
- Assignment type: travel - temporary with a 6-week contract
- Guaranteed hours per week: 36
- Competitive weekly pay within the stated range
- Local assignment with shift coverage in the Albuquerque area
- Professional support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC throughout the assignment
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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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