Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

HealthForce Healthcare; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare in Westbrook, ME is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a 4-week travel assignment. The role offers 40 guaranteed hours per week on a day shift (06:45–15:15), in a skilled nursing facility, with a start date of 11/02/2026.

The position requires an active Maine LPN license, completion of an approved LPN program, and preferred experience in long-term care. Onsite work, strong communication, and teamwork are essential for success in this travel assignment.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Maine (in good standing).
• Completion of an approved Licensed Practical Nurse program.
• Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing settings preferred.
• Ability to work onsite in Westbrook, ME during scheduled shifts.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to residents within the scope of an LPN license under supervision.
• Administer prescribed medications and document administration; monitor for adverse reactions.
• Monitor vital signs and patient status; report changes promptly to the supervising clinician.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, feeding, and mobility.
• Support wound care, catheterizations, and other routine clinical tasks as directed.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to implement and update care plans; chart accurately and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

LPN program completion

Job description

Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse, Long Term Care, is needed for a travel assignment in Westbrook, Maine. The start date is 11/02/2026 for a 4-week engagement with guaranteed 40 hours per week on a day shift. The scheduled hours run from 06:45 to 15:15 local time. This assignment takes place in a skilled nursing facility and is classified as travel - temporary.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $767-$793 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
• Contract duration: 4 weeks
• Shift: Day shift, 06:45–15:15 local time; 5 days per week
• Location type: Skilled nursing facility (long-term care)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to residents within the scope of an LPN license, under the supervision of an RN or physician
• Administer prescribed medications and document administration; monitor for adverse reactions
• Monitor vital signs and patient status; detect and report changes promptly to the supervising clinician
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, feeding, and mobility
• Support wound care, catheterizations, and other routine clinical tasks as directed
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to implement and update care plans; ensure accurate and timely charting and regulatory compliance

Requirements

• Active LPN license in Maine (in good standing)
• Completion of an approved Licensed Practical Nurse program
• Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing settings preferred
• Ability to work onsite in Westbrook, ME during scheduled shifts
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours: 40 per week during the assignment
• 4-week contract with a defined start date
• Local assignment with on-site duties in a skilled nursing facility
• Travel - temporary assignment status aligned with a licensed practical nurse role

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.