Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse (Long Term Care) in Waterloo, NY, United States. Start date 09/15/2026 for a 24-week travel assignment in a skilled nursing facility, working days. Weekly pay range is $536-$546 per week with 0 guaranteed hours. All contracts must run through the holiday season and start on a Tuesday or Thursday for full-day orientation.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $536-$546 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0
- Contract duration: 24 weeks
- Shift: Days
- Start date: 09/15/2026
- Facility/work setting: Skilled Nursing Facility in long-term care

Responsibilities
- Provide direct and indirect skilled nursing care for assigned residents under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Collect data on residents' physical and psychosocial condition and communicate findings to the RN and Interdisciplinary Team.
- Contribute to development of an age-appropriate, culturally relevant plan of care reflecting nursing diagnoses and interventions, involving residents and families.
- Recommend revisions to the plan of care after evaluating resident outcomes and coordinate referrals as needed.
- Maintain current knowledge and competency in nursing practice; participate in mentoring/orientation of staff; provide leadership within the professional practice setting.
- Follow policies and procedures, ensure safety and infection control, and maintain collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary personnel.
- Adhere to safety protocols, including occupational exposure considerations related to bloodborne pathogens.

Requirements
- Active New York Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
- BLS certification (American Heart Association or RQI accepted)
- Minimum 1 year of experience as an LPN in a long-term care facility
- Demonstrated ability to provide care for adult and geriatric residents
- Ability to work in a long-term care setting and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and clinical support throughout the assignment
- Orientation aligned with holiday-season scheduling requirements
- Weekly pay processing and direct deposit
- Travel coordination and onboarding assistance

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PAY DISCLAIMER
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.
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