Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

Silver City, NM
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) needed for a travel assignment in long-term care nursing, located in Silver City, New Mexico. Start date is 10/09/2026 for an eleven-week contract with guaranteed hours and a 3x12-hour shift pattern. Weekly pay ranges from $873 to $905, with 36 guaranteed hours per week. The role is in a LTC - Nursing Home setting and is managed through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $873-$905 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 11 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts (06:00:00–18:30:00)
- Start date: 10/09/2026
- Setting: Long-term care nursing home environment

Responsibilities
- Administer medications and document administration according to the plan of care
- Monitor patient vitals, assess changes, and promptly report to the supervising nurse
- Perform basic nursing procedures and assist with activities of daily living as needed
- Support the interdisciplinary care team with care planning, updates, and documentation
- Respond to call lights, ensure patient safety, and maintain infection control standards
- Complete accurate charting and ensure compliance with regulatory and facility policies

Requirements
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse license in good standing in New Mexico
- Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
- Prior long-term care experience preferred; ability to adapt to a LTC setting
- Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills
- Comfortable with medication administration, vital signs, and basic nursing procedures
- Available to work a 3x12-hour shift schedule and meet guaranteed hours

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC throughout the placement
- Access to a dedicated recruiter for the duration of the assignment
- Credentialing and compliance assistance as needed
- 24/7 support line for travel nursing needs and questions

Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other openings, you can view additional travel roles and apply at Healthforce Healthcare LLC: https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

PAY DISCLAIMER RULE
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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