Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

HealthForce Healthcare; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed hours

12-week assignment

Travel-focused recruiter support

Job summary

Healthforce Healthcare LLC is seeking an LPN for a 12-week travel assignment in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves 12-hour day shifts, three days per week, with guaranteed 36 hours weekly and weekly pay.

The position focuses on long-term care in a skilled nursing facility, starting 10/08/2026. Applicants must hold a NM LPN license (or eligibility), CPR/BLS, and have relevant LTC experience.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in NM or eligible to obtain
• 1 year of LPN experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred
• Strong documentation and teamwork skills
• Proficiency with electronic health records and regulatory compliance

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per physician orders and facility policy
• Monitor residents’ health status, vital signs, and report changes to the supervising RN
• Perform basic nursing procedures, wound care, and specimen collection as indicated
• Document care plans and resident progress accurately in the charting system
• Assist with activities of daily living and support resident comfort and safety
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to meet individualized resident goals and care plans
• Maintain infection prevention practices and ensure a clean, safe caregiving environment

Skills

LPN license

Long-Term Care

Teamwork

Documentation

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a Long-Term Care focus in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This travel, temporary assignment begins on 10/08/2026 for a 12-week duration, offering $782-$784 per week with guaranteed 36 hours per week. Shifts are 12 hours long, three days per week (3x12 Days). The role is based in a Skilled Nursing Facility setting and is managed through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $782-$784 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
• Contract duration: 12 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts, three days per week (3x12 Days)
• Start date: 10/08/2026
• Facility/work setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (Long-Term Care)

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per physician orders and facility policy
• Monitor residents’ health status, vital signs, and report changes to the supervising RN
• Perform basic nursing procedures, wound care, and specimen collection as indicated
• Document care plans and resident progress accurately in the charting system
• Assist with activities of daily living and support resident comfort and safety
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to meet individualized resident goals and care plans
• Maintain infection prevention practices and ensure a clean, safe caregiving environment

Requirements

• Active LPN license (state of NM) or eligibility to obtain license
• CPR/BLS certification
• 1 year of recent LPN experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and the 3x12 schedule
• Strong documentation, communication, and teamwork skills
• Proficiency with electronic health records and regulatory compliance

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
• Weekly pay: $782-$784 per week
• 12-week assignment duration
• Travel-focused assignment with dedicated recruiter support