Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job
Las Cruces, NM
Contracted
Casa De Oro Center
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal role as a Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in Long-Term Care, where every shift offers the chance to comfort, advocate, and empower residents to live with dignity. In this dedicated LTC setting, you will deliver hands-on nursing care, monitor chronic conditions, administer medications, and partner with families to craft care plans that honor independence and comfort. Your skilled assessment, compassionate presence, and reliable clinical judgment will help residents maintain quality of life and safety in daily routines. This opportunity begins on 03/16/2026 and runs for several weeks with extension opportunities, providing you with stable, meaningful work as you grow within a specialty that values precision, empathy, and steady hands.
New Mexico is a landscape of color and contrast, and the Las Cruces area amplifies that beauty with sunshine, warm hospitality, and outdoor possibilities. Beyond the clinical impact, you can savor sunlit days exploring the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks, strolling through the historic Mesilla district, and taking short trips to White Sands National Park or nearby golf and hiking trails. The state’s rich culture, diverse communities, and stunning sunrises offer you a unique backdrop for balance between rewarding work and rejuvenating downtime. This role also presents a pathway to work in various locations across the U.S., expanding your professional horizons and letting you experience different facilities, patient populations, and care models while remaining anchored to your LTC expertise.
Location Benefits:
- Las Cruces delivers an inviting, affordable lifestyle with a supportive healthcare community and access to high-quality facilities focused on elder care and chronic conditions.
- You’ll enjoy opportunities to explore New Mexico’s distinctive terrain, from desert vistas to mountain vistas, with easy weekend access to outdoor recreation, cultural events, and authentic regional cuisine.
- The assignment includes the chance to be placed at facilities in other parts of the United States, offering you broad exposure to LTC practices, interdisciplinary teams, and diverse resident needs, all while supported by a proven travel program.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core responsibilities: provide direct patient care to residents in long-term care settings; administer medications and treatments per physician orders; monitor vital signs and clinical status; assist with activities of daily living; contribute to care planning and documentation; collaborate with RNs, physicians, social workers, and therapy teams; participate in wound care, infection control, fall prevention, and palliative care support as appropriate; ensure regulatory compliance and high standards of safety.
- Professional growth: engage with seasoned LTC specialists, access ongoing education and competency refreshers, and gain exposure across multiple facilities to broaden clinical confidence and leadership potential within geriatric care.
- Competitive benefits: a flexible compensation package with a weekly pay range of $869-$909, a guaranteed 36 hours per week, and a formal sign-on bonus. Housing assistance is provided to ease relocation and daily living, plus extension opportunities that let you extend your assignment if you choose.
- Comprehensive support: 24/7 assistance while traveling with the company, including a dedicated travel support team, access to clinical and operational resources, and streamlined onboarding to ensure you feel confident from day one.
- Career structure: clear pathways for advancement within the LTC specialty, with ongoing mentorship and opportunities to take on lead or trainer roles as you demonstrate clinical excellence and teamwork.
Company Values:
Our organization is built on empowering staff to grow, learn, and lead in a supportive, positive environment. We believe in recognizing the unique contributions of nurses, investing in your professional development, and fostering a culture where teamwork, patient-centered care, and ethical practice are every team member’s daily compass. You’ll find a community that celebrates achievement, supports well-being, and provides the tools you need to build a lasting LTC career.
Call to Action:
If you are a compassionate LPN with a passion for improving the lives of residents in long-term care, this is your moment to join a company that values your expertise and your goals. Embrace the chance to work in Las Cruces while connecting with facilities nationwide, enjoy competitive pay and meaningful housing support, and participate in a program designed to elevate your clinical competencies and career trajectory. Apply now to begin a journey that blends impactful patient care with opportunities for travel, growth, and lasting professional relationships. Your next chapter in LTC leadership starts here.
Note: hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
New Mexico is a landscape of color and contrast, and the Las Cruces area amplifies that beauty with sunshine, warm hospitality, and outdoor possibilities. Beyond the clinical impact, you can savor sunlit days exploring the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks, strolling through the historic Mesilla district, and taking short trips to White Sands National Park or nearby golf and hiking trails. The state’s rich culture, diverse communities, and stunning sunrises offer you a unique backdrop for balance between rewarding work and rejuvenating downtime. This role also presents a pathway to work in various locations across the U.S., expanding your professional horizons and letting you experience different facilities, patient populations, and care models while remaining anchored to your LTC expertise.
Location Benefits:
- Las Cruces delivers an inviting, affordable lifestyle with a supportive healthcare community and access to high-quality facilities focused on elder care and chronic conditions.
- You’ll enjoy opportunities to explore New Mexico’s distinctive terrain, from desert vistas to mountain vistas, with easy weekend access to outdoor recreation, cultural events, and authentic regional cuisine.
- The assignment includes the chance to be placed at facilities in other parts of the United States, offering you broad exposure to LTC practices, interdisciplinary teams, and diverse resident needs, all while supported by a proven travel program.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core responsibilities: provide direct patient care to residents in long-term care settings; administer medications and treatments per physician orders; monitor vital signs and clinical status; assist with activities of daily living; contribute to care planning and documentation; collaborate with RNs, physicians, social workers, and therapy teams; participate in wound care, infection control, fall prevention, and palliative care support as appropriate; ensure regulatory compliance and high standards of safety.
- Professional growth: engage with seasoned LTC specialists, access ongoing education and competency refreshers, and gain exposure across multiple facilities to broaden clinical confidence and leadership potential within geriatric care.
- Competitive benefits: a flexible compensation package with a weekly pay range of $869-$909, a guaranteed 36 hours per week, and a formal sign-on bonus. Housing assistance is provided to ease relocation and daily living, plus extension opportunities that let you extend your assignment if you choose.
- Comprehensive support: 24/7 assistance while traveling with the company, including a dedicated travel support team, access to clinical and operational resources, and streamlined onboarding to ensure you feel confident from day one.
- Career structure: clear pathways for advancement within the LTC specialty, with ongoing mentorship and opportunities to take on lead or trainer roles as you demonstrate clinical excellence and teamwork.
Company Values:
Our organization is built on empowering staff to grow, learn, and lead in a supportive, positive environment. We believe in recognizing the unique contributions of nurses, investing in your professional development, and fostering a culture where teamwork, patient-centered care, and ethical practice are every team member’s daily compass. You’ll find a community that celebrates achievement, supports well-being, and provides the tools you need to build a lasting LTC career.
Call to Action:
If you are a compassionate LPN with a passion for improving the lives of residents in long-term care, this is your moment to join a company that values your expertise and your goals. Embrace the chance to work in Las Cruces while connecting with facilities nationwide, enjoy competitive pay and meaningful housing support, and participate in a program designed to elevate your clinical competencies and career trajectory. Apply now to begin a journey that blends impactful patient care with opportunities for travel, growth, and lasting professional relationships. Your next chapter in LTC leadership starts here.
Note: 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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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
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- Nationwide assignments
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