Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse | Long Term Care | Silver City, New Mexico | Start date 10/16/2026 | Contract duration 13 weeks | Weekly pay $891-$931 per week | Shift: 3x12-hour days (6:00 AM–6:30 PM) | Setting: LTC - Nursing Home. This travel assignment is a temporary position with a focus on resident care in a long-term care environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $891-$931 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts (6:00 AM–6:30 PM)
- Start date: 10/16/2026
- Setting: Long Term Care / Nursing Home

Responsibilities
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, with documentation of responses and any adverse effects.
- Monitor residents’ conditions, perform vital signs, and escalate changes to the supervising nurse promptly.
- Provide direct patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living and comfort measures.
- Maintain a clean, safe environment and follow infection control, safety, and privacy protocols.
- Document care provided in the resident’s chart and ensure clear communication with the health care team.
- Collaborate with licensed nurses and others on the interdisciplinary team to implement and adjust care plans.

Requirements
- Current LPN license (active) appropriate for the assignment
- Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program
- CPR/BLS certification
- Ability to work in a long-term care setting and to perform duties associated with a 12-hour shift pattern
- Effective communication skills and teamwork orientation
- Prior experience in long-term care or a similar setting is a plus

Benefits and Support
- Details about benefits and assignment support will be provided during the hiring process
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support available
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Ongoing support throughout the assignment

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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.