Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care in Silver City, New Mexico. This travel - temporary assignment begins on 08/01/2026 for 6 weeks with guaranteed 36 hours per week. Weekly pay ranges from $698 to $736, and the shift is 3x12 days. The role is in a long-term care (LTC) nursing home setting. Local candidates only.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $698–$736 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 6 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour days
- Start date: 08/01/2026
- Setting: Long-term care (LTC) nursing home
- Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment
- Local candidates only
Responsibilities
- Provide bedside nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting under supervision of an RN.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments per orders, ensuring accuracy and safety.
- Monitor residents’ vital signs and overall condition; report changes promptly to the supervising nurse.
- Document care provided in the charting system according to facility policy and privacy guidelines.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living and mobility, focusing on safety and comfort.
- Collaborate with the health care team to coordinate care plans and respond to changes in resident status.
- Uphold infection control practices and maintain a clean, safe care environment for residents and staff.
Requirements
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse license in New Mexico (in good standing) or eligibility to practice in NM.
- Graduation from an approved Practical Nurse program.
- Local candidates only.
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts with rotating schedule.
- Experience in a long-term care setting is preferred.
- Strong communication, documentation, and resident-centered care skills.
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated on-assignment support
- Extension opportunities with potential for future assignments
- Housing options may be available; discuss during interview
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PAY DISCLAIMER
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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