Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job
Santa Fe, NM
Contracted
Casa Real
Mid Level
Embark on a rewarding journey as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Long-Term Care in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where every shift offers a meaningful opportunity to impact residents’ everyday lives with compassion, skill, and respect. This is more than just a role—it’s a chance to grow as a clinician while serving a vibrant community that values dignity, comfort, and continuity of care. In the shadow of the Sangre de Cristo mountains, you’ll join a team that blends skilled clinical practice with genuine human connection, helping residents thrive in their golden years. And beyond Santa Fe, New Mexico beckons with its rich culture, stunning landscapes, and sunlit skies—places like the historic adobe streets of Santa Fe, the high desert panoramas, Oak Flats, and the nearby charm of Taos and Albuquerque. You’ll experience the state’s beauty in weekend explorations, from galleries and southwestern cuisine to serene outdoor adventures. New Mexico’s diverse settings create a backdrop where every day presents a chance to learn, lead, and make a lasting difference.
Location benefits extend far beyond a single city. Santa Fe offers a mild climate, easy access to mountain trails, scenic drives, and a thriving arts scene that energizes your time off. As a travel clinician, you’ll also have opportunities to work in various locations across the United States, broadening your professional horizons and exposing you to different facility cultures, patient populations, and care models. This versatility enhances your clinical acumen, expands your network, and strengthens your resume. You’ll gain exposure to diverse geriatric care protocols, interdisciplinary teamwork, and evolving best practices that elevate your practice while keeping every shift rewarding. The chance to rotate through locations means you can compare long-term care approaches, implement new quality initiatives, and bring fresh perspectives back to your home base, all while enjoying the unique experiences each community has to offer.
In this role, you will serve as a trusted nursing professional within a long-term care setting, delivering hands-on nursing care to residents who rely on your expertise and steady presence. Your key responsibilities will include administering medications and treatments with accuracy, monitoring vital signs, assessing residents’ conditions, and communicating changes to the supervising RN and medical team. You’ll participate in the development and revision of care plans, provide wound care and dressing changes as needed, assist with activities of daily living, and support residents’ nutritional and hydration needs. You’ll document care precisely, ensure safety in all activities, implement infection control protocols, and collaborate with physicians, therapists, and social services to coordinate comprehensive care. This role also offers the opportunity for professional growth within long-term care, including pursuing certifications in geriatric care, wound management, or dementia care, and taking on mentorship or charge nurse responsibilities as you demonstrate reliability and leadership.
What makes this opportunity compelling is the blend of competitive benefits and robust support designed to empower you. The weekly pay ranges from $971 to $1,017, with guaranteed hours of 36 per week, and the chance to extend your assignment beyond the initial period. A sign-on bonus, housing assistance, and extension opportunities provide tangible recognition of your dedication and expertise. You’ll receive structured onboarding and ongoing clinical and operational support to ensure you’re comfortable, confident, and capable from day one. A dedicated 24/7 support line accompanies you as you travel with the company, delivering reassurance, guidance, and immediate assistance whenever you need it. This combination of financial stability, professional development, and reliable help ensures you can focus on delivering exemplary resident care while enjoying the journey.
The company you’ll join is committed to empowering its staff and fostering a culture that supports career advancement. You’ll be part of a network that values your contribution, encourages ongoing education and skill-building, and promotes a collaborative, respectful work environment. Expect transparent leadership, accessible management support, and a dedication to staff well-being that translates into lower burnout and stronger team morale. The organization understands the realities of travel nursing and Long-Term Care, and it tailors assignments to align with your goals—whether that means gaining new clinical competencies, pursuing leadership roles, or simply enjoying stability and predictability in your schedule while still exploring diverse communities.
If you’re driven by patient advocacy, skilled nursing excellence, and the desire to expand your professional footprint across multiple settings, this opportunity is for you. Begin your next chapter with a role that respects your expertise, rewards your commitment, and supports your growth every step of the way. Ready to join a company that values your professional development and offers meaningful, long-term impact in long-term care? Apply now to start on 03/04/2026 and bring your dedication to residents who deserve the best possible care, day after day, in a caring, dynamic, and supportive environment.
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.
Location benefits extend far beyond a single city. Santa Fe offers a mild climate, easy access to mountain trails, scenic drives, and a thriving arts scene that energizes your time off. As a travel clinician, you’ll also have opportunities to work in various locations across the United States, broadening your professional horizons and exposing you to different facility cultures, patient populations, and care models. This versatility enhances your clinical acumen, expands your network, and strengthens your resume. You’ll gain exposure to diverse geriatric care protocols, interdisciplinary teamwork, and evolving best practices that elevate your practice while keeping every shift rewarding. The chance to rotate through locations means you can compare long-term care approaches, implement new quality initiatives, and bring fresh perspectives back to your home base, all while enjoying the unique experiences each community has to offer.
In this role, you will serve as a trusted nursing professional within a long-term care setting, delivering hands-on nursing care to residents who rely on your expertise and steady presence. Your key responsibilities will include administering medications and treatments with accuracy, monitoring vital signs, assessing residents’ conditions, and communicating changes to the supervising RN and medical team. You’ll participate in the development and revision of care plans, provide wound care and dressing changes as needed, assist with activities of daily living, and support residents’ nutritional and hydration needs. You’ll document care precisely, ensure safety in all activities, implement infection control protocols, and collaborate with physicians, therapists, and social services to coordinate comprehensive care. This role also offers the opportunity for professional growth within long-term care, including pursuing certifications in geriatric care, wound management, or dementia care, and taking on mentorship or charge nurse responsibilities as you demonstrate reliability and leadership.
What makes this opportunity compelling is the blend of competitive benefits and robust support designed to empower you. The weekly pay ranges from $971 to $1,017, with guaranteed hours of 36 per week, and the chance to extend your assignment beyond the initial period. A sign-on bonus, housing assistance, and extension opportunities provide tangible recognition of your dedication and expertise. You’ll receive structured onboarding and ongoing clinical and operational support to ensure you’re comfortable, confident, and capable from day one. A dedicated 24/7 support line accompanies you as you travel with the company, delivering reassurance, guidance, and immediate assistance whenever you need it. This combination of financial stability, professional development, and reliable help ensures you can focus on delivering exemplary resident care while enjoying the journey.
The company you’ll join is committed to empowering its staff and fostering a culture that supports career advancement. You’ll be part of a network that values your contribution, encourages ongoing education and skill-building, and promotes a collaborative, respectful work environment. Expect transparent leadership, accessible management support, and a dedication to staff well-being that translates into lower burnout and stronger team morale. The organization understands the realities of travel nursing and Long-Term Care, and it tailors assignments to align with your goals—whether that means gaining new clinical competencies, pursuing leadership roles, or simply enjoying stability and predictability in your schedule while still exploring diverse communities.
If you’re driven by patient advocacy, skilled nursing excellence, and the desire to expand your professional footprint across multiple settings, this opportunity is for you. Begin your next chapter with a role that respects your expertise, rewards your commitment, and supports your growth every step of the way. Ready to join a company that values your professional development and offers meaningful, long-term impact in long-term care? Apply now to start on 03/04/2026 and bring your dedication to residents who deserve the best possible care, day after day, in a caring, dynamic, and supportive environment.
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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About TLC Nursing
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.
EEO Statement
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