Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

HealthForce Healthcare; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed hours 36/week

9-week contract

Local assignment

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare in Gallup, NM is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a 9-week, local assignment in a skilled nursing facility. The role runs 36 hours per week on 3x12-hour day shifts from 07:00 to 19:30, with start date 10/12/2026.

Travel is local and position emphasizes consistent, patient-centered care. The assignment offers weekly pay between $742 and $767, with guaranteed hours and dedicated recruiter support.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license required for Gallup, NM location.
• LPN diploma from an approved program.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per care plans and physician orders, document responses and changes.
• Monitor residents' conditions, vital signs, and acute changes; report findings promptly.
• Provide routine nursing care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, and standard procedures as delegated.
• Coordinate with the care team to update care plans and ensure accurate charting and compliance.
• Support Falls prevention, infection control, and resident safety during all activities.

Skills

Active LPN license

Education

LPN diploma

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse – Long Term Care | Gallup, New Mexico | Start 10/12/2026 | 9 weeks | $742-$767 per week | Guaranteed hours 36 | Shift: 3x12 Days (07:00–19:30) | Travel - Temporary Assignment in a Skilled Nursing Facility; Local Only

Overview

This licensed practical nurse role focuses on long term care in a skilled nursing facility setting. The assignment starts October 12, 2026 and runs for nine weeks, with guaranteed hours and a 3x12-hour day shift schedule. The position is local to the area, with a local-only assignment scope. Expect a consistent, patient-centered environment focused on comprehensive care for residents requiring daily nursing support.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $742-$767 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
• Contract duration: 9 weeks
• Shift: 3x12-hour days, 07:00–19:30
• Start date: 10/12/2026
• Location: Gallup, NM (local assignment)

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments according to care plans and physician orders, documenting responses and any changes
• Monitor residents’ conditions, vital signs, and any acute changes; report findings to the supervising nurse promptly
• Provide routine nursing care and support for activities of daily living, including mobility assistance and personal care
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, and other standard nursing procedures as delegated
• Collaborate with the care team to update care plans, document progress, and ensure accurate charting and compliance with facility policies
• Support falls prevention, infection control practices, and resident safety during all care activities

Requirements

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse license applicable to the job location
• LPN diploma from an approved program
• Experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting preferred
• Ability to work a 12-hour shift schedule (07:00–19:30)
• Local candidate for a LOCAL ONLY assignment

Benefits and Support

• Assignment details and terms (including guaranteed hours) discussed during the hiring process
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
• Credentialing and onboarding coordination
• Ongoing contact with the assigned employer and support teams to address needs during the rotation

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.