Long Term Care (LTC) LPN

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Long Term Care LPN for a travel role in Knoxville, TN. The nurse will provide comprehensive care in a LTC/ALF setting, making clinical judgments and coordinating patient care with supervision.

The position requires an active LPN license, BLS, and passing screening tests with 80%+; benefits include weekly pay and health/dental/vision insurance. Salary is paid weekly and reflects travel commitments.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license for the practicing state.
• Current Health Certificate if applicable.
• Current PPD or Chest X‑Ray.
• One year of nursing experience preferred.
• Current BLS card.
• Scores of 80%+ on required screening tests in the clinical specialty.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care for patients in a Long Term Care/Assisted Living Facility.
• Make clinical judgments with supervision and coordinate patient care.
• Support nursing standards and assist in managing patient care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical judgment

Patient care coordination

Screening/tests comprehension

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse License (LPN)

BLS certification

Job description

Long Term Care (LTC) LPN

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Travel

Pay: 1324 Week

Hours: 36.00

Location: Knoxville, TN

The Long Term Care LPN assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery of care for patients in a Long Term Care/Assisted Living Facility. The nurse demonstrates ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner with supervision, as well as critical thinking and performance ability in the coordination of patient care. Additionally, this individual performs according to nursing standards and is accountable in managing patient care and assisting others in the management of patient care.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse License for the state in which the nurse practices
• Current Health Certificate (if applicable)
• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray
• One year prior professional nursing experience preferred
• Current BLS card
• Successful completion of screening tests for the clinical specialty area(s) in which the LPN practices with a score of 80% or greater
• Successful completion of Background Screening Process

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Nursing

Job Function: Nursing | LPN | LPN – Long Term Care (LTC)

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0697

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $1324 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-09-08T15:08:56