Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

HealthForce Healthcare; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care in Albuquerque, New Mexico for a travel assignment. 11 weeks, 36 guaranteed hours per week, 3x12-hour shifts. Start date: 09/24/2026. Compensation ranges from $679 to $707 per week, with work in a long-term care setting under RN supervision.

This temporary assignment provides weekly pay and a dedicated recruiter, with support through credentialing and licensure processes as needed.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license to practice in New Mexico.
• Ability to work 12-hour day shifts on a 3x12 schedule.
• Experience caring for adults in long-term care settings.
• Strong communication and documentation skills under RN supervision.
• Willingness to participate in a travel assignment in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents under RN supervision.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders, following facility policies.
• Monitor vital signs and report patient changes promptly.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Document care and residents’ condition in health records.
• Collaborate with the health care team to adjust care plans.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and safety standards.

Skills

LPN license

12-hour shifts

LTC experience

Communication skills

Travel eligible

Job description

Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Start date: 09/24/2026. This travel, temporary assignment runs for 11 contract weeks with 36 guaranteed hours per week. Shifts are 3x12-hour days. Compensation ranges from $679 to $707 per week. Work in a long-term care setting supporting residents under supervision of an RN.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $679-$707 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
• Contract duration: 11 weeks
• Shift: 3x12-hour days
• Start date: 09/24/2026
• Setting: Long Term Care – Nursing Home
• Assignment type: Travel - temporary

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders, following facility policies
• Monitor vital signs, assess patient changes, and report findings promptly to the supervising nurse
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, mobility, and personal care
• Document care provided and residents’ condition accurately in required health records
• Collaborate with the health care team to develop and adjust care plans as needed
• Adhere to infection control practices, safety protocols, and care standards to support a safe environment

Requirements

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license to practice in New Mexico
• Ability to work 12-hour day shifts as part of a 3x12 schedule
• Experience or demonstrated ability to care for adults in a long-term care setting
• Strong communication and documentation skills; comfort working under RN supervision
• Willingness to comply with facility policies, procedures, and safety standards
• Must be eligible to participate in a travel assignment and work in the United States

Benefits and Support

• Travel assignment with dedicated recruiter and ongoing support
• Structured assignment with guaranteed weekly hours
• Consistent weekly pay during the assignment
• Access to a nationwide network of travel opportunities
• Support through the assignment lifecycle, from placement through completion
• Resources for credentialing and licensure processes as needed