Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care, Memory Care – Gunnison, CO. Travel temporary assignment starting 08/24/2026 for 13 weeks. Guaranteed hours 36 per week. Shift: 12-hour day shifts (6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.), three days per week. Weekly pay range: $1,283–$1,346 per week. Work setting focuses on memory care within a long-term care environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,283–$1,346 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour day shifts (6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.), three days per week
- Start date: 08/24/2026
- Setting: Long-term care memory care facility in Gunnison, CO
- Travel assignment with temporary status

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care and supervise day-to-day activities for residents during the assigned shift, in accordance with applicable laws and facility protocols.
- Administer medications, monitor responses, and manage IV therapy where certified; document all pertinent information per policy.
- Implement rehabilitative and restorative nursing interventions as part of residents’ plans of care.
- Maintain accurate documentation and communicate with the Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
- Promote resident safety, comfort, and dignity; respond to emergencies, assessments, and call bells in a timely manner; uphold infection control standards.

Requirements
- Active Colorado LPN license
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or comparable setting; training in rehabilitative/restorative nursing
- Current BLS certification; IV certification preferred
- Ability to pass Colorado adult protective services (CAPS) check
- LPN education: Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work in a memory-care focused LTC setting
- Reliable transportation required due to rural location (Gunnison area has limited public transit)

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Credentialing and licensing assistance
- Assignment extension opportunities

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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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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