Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job
Silver City, NM
Contracted
Genesis - West Region - Silver City Care Center
Mid Level
Step into a meaningful, impact‑driven role as a Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in Long-Term Care in Silver City, New Mexico, with a start date of 03/02/2026. This contract offers you the stability of guaranteed hours and the opportunity to cultivate deep, ongoing relationships with residents who rely on your skill, compassion, and professional leadership. You’ll join a dedicated team focused on warm, person‑centered care, where every shift becomes a chance to improve comfort, safety, and quality of life for seniors in a supportive, family-like environment. As you step into this role, imagine the everyday moments that become lasting memories for residents, families, and colleagues alike, all while you expand your clinical expertise in long‑term care and build a foundation for continued professional growth. And beyond Silver City, this program opens the door to experiences across a spectrum of sites nationwide, offering you the flexibility to explore new communities while advancing your nursing career.
Nestled in the heart of New Mexico, Silver City offers a unique blend of small‑town charm and outdoor adventure. Here you’ll discover a community that values connection, tradition, and neighborly warmth, with easy access to nearby trails, scenic vistas, and cultural events that celebrate the region’s rich heritage. The state itself is celebrated for its dramatic landscapes, clear desert skies, and sunlit days that invite exploration after shifts. This is a place where your professional life and personal passions can thrive in equal measure. If you’re drawn to broader opportunities, you’ll also have the possibility to work in various locations across the U.S., gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, facility models, and best practices that enrich your nursing perspective while maintaining the steady rhythm of a 36‑hour work week.
In this role, your core responsibilities will center on high‑quality long‑term care. You’ll perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications, monitor chronic conditions, manage wound care, and respond quickly to evolving health changes with clinical judgment and a calm, reassuring demeanor. You’ll participate in care planning with physicians, therapists, social workers, and families, ensuring care plans reflect residents’ goals, preferences, and safety needs. You’ll mentor junior staff, model best practices in infection control and safety, and contribute to a respectful, collaborative environment where every team member’s voice is valued. The position emphasizes professional growth within the long‑term care specialty—opportunities to expand your clinical skills, take on leadership responsibilities, and pursue targeted continuing education that aligns with your career aspirations. The package includes a competitive weekly pay range of 978 to 1006, with guaranteed hours of 36 per week, and a start date that aligns with the contract timeline and facility needs. In addition to financial compensation, you’ll have access to a robust set of benefits designed to support you as you travel and grow.
We understand the realities of travel nursing in long‑term care, and our program is built around strong, comprehensive support. You’ll benefit from housing assistance to ease relocation, crediting you with stability as you transition into a new community. We also offer an attractive bonus structure to recognize your commitment and performance, along with extension opportunities that let you deepen your impact and continue to build relationships with residents, families, and the facility team. Perhaps most importantly, you’ll have 24/7 support from our traveling team—the kind of dependable, real‑time assistance that gives you confidence to focus on clinical care and resident well‑being, no matter where your assignment takes you. This commitment to ongoing support means you’re never alone on the road, and you have a trusted partner to help navigate any challenges that arise.
Our company values empower you to grow, advance, and feel genuinely supported. We’re focused on enabling your career trajectory within the long‑term care discipline, offering mentorship, clear pathways for advancement, and a work environment that respects your expertise and your balance between professional and personal life. You’ll be part of a culture that celebrates perspectives, encourages professional curiosity, and rewards dedication with opportunities to extend contracts, take on leadership roles, or pursue specialized certifications that enhance patient outcomes and team dynamics. We recognize that your work directly shapes residents’ daily lives, and we’re committed to providing the resources, training, and encouragement you deserve to elevate your practice and reach your full potential.
If you’re ready to apply, seize this exciting chance to join a company that values your contribution and supports your development every step of the way. Bring your compassion, clinical excellence, and collaborative spirit to a role where you can make a meaningful difference, build lasting professional relationships, and grow within a thriving national network that respects the expertise you bring to Long‑Term Care. Start your journey with us and help shape a brighter future for residents, families, and communities across the country.
Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Nestled in the heart of New Mexico, Silver City offers a unique blend of small‑town charm and outdoor adventure. Here you’ll discover a community that values connection, tradition, and neighborly warmth, with easy access to nearby trails, scenic vistas, and cultural events that celebrate the region’s rich heritage. The state itself is celebrated for its dramatic landscapes, clear desert skies, and sunlit days that invite exploration after shifts. This is a place where your professional life and personal passions can thrive in equal measure. If you’re drawn to broader opportunities, you’ll also have the possibility to work in various locations across the U.S., gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, facility models, and best practices that enrich your nursing perspective while maintaining the steady rhythm of a 36‑hour work week.
In this role, your core responsibilities will center on high‑quality long‑term care. You’ll perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications, monitor chronic conditions, manage wound care, and respond quickly to evolving health changes with clinical judgment and a calm, reassuring demeanor. You’ll participate in care planning with physicians, therapists, social workers, and families, ensuring care plans reflect residents’ goals, preferences, and safety needs. You’ll mentor junior staff, model best practices in infection control and safety, and contribute to a respectful, collaborative environment where every team member’s voice is valued. The position emphasizes professional growth within the long‑term care specialty—opportunities to expand your clinical skills, take on leadership responsibilities, and pursue targeted continuing education that aligns with your career aspirations. The package includes a competitive weekly pay range of 978 to 1006, with guaranteed hours of 36 per week, and a start date that aligns with the contract timeline and facility needs. In addition to financial compensation, you’ll have access to a robust set of benefits designed to support you as you travel and grow.
We understand the realities of travel nursing in long‑term care, and our program is built around strong, comprehensive support. You’ll benefit from housing assistance to ease relocation, crediting you with stability as you transition into a new community. We also offer an attractive bonus structure to recognize your commitment and performance, along with extension opportunities that let you deepen your impact and continue to build relationships with residents, families, and the facility team. Perhaps most importantly, you’ll have 24/7 support from our traveling team—the kind of dependable, real‑time assistance that gives you confidence to focus on clinical care and resident well‑being, no matter where your assignment takes you. This commitment to ongoing support means you’re never alone on the road, and you have a trusted partner to help navigate any challenges that arise.
Our company values empower you to grow, advance, and feel genuinely supported. We’re focused on enabling your career trajectory within the long‑term care discipline, offering mentorship, clear pathways for advancement, and a work environment that respects your expertise and your balance between professional and personal life. You’ll be part of a culture that celebrates perspectives, encourages professional curiosity, and rewards dedication with opportunities to extend contracts, take on leadership roles, or pursue specialized certifications that enhance patient outcomes and team dynamics. We recognize that your work directly shapes residents’ daily lives, and we’re committed to providing the resources, training, and encouragement you deserve to elevate your practice and reach your full potential.
If you’re ready to apply, seize this exciting chance to join a company that values your contribution and supports your development every step of the way. Bring your compassion, clinical excellence, and collaborative spirit to a role where you can make a meaningful difference, build lasting professional relationships, and grow within a thriving national network that respects the expertise you bring to Long‑Term Care. Start your journey with us and help shape a brighter future for residents, families, and communities across the country.
Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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