Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse – Long Term Care in a hospital-based setting, Oswego, NY. This travel assignment starts on 08/17/2026 and runs for 8 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $1,176 to $1,220 per week, with guaranteed hours of 36 per week. The role uses a day shift schedule consisting of three 12-hour shifts (6am–6pm or 10am–10pm), with every other weekend required. You must be willing to float to other units as needed. The position requires NY licensure, BLS certification, and prior experience in long-term care with dementia care.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,176–$1,220 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 8 weeks
- Shift: Day shift, three 12-hour shifts (6am–6pm or 10am–10pm)
- Weekend requirement: Every other weekend
- Location: Oswego, NY
- Experience and credentials: 1+ year in long-term care, NY LPN license, BLS

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to long-term care residents in a hospital-based unit
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments per physician orders; monitor responses
- Assess and document patient status, vital signs, and changes in condition
- Support activities of daily living (ADLs) and dementia-specific care plans
- Collaborate with the registered nurse and interdisciplinary team to implement and adjust care plans; respond to call bells and safety needs

Requirements
- Active New York Licensed Practical Nurse license
- BLS certification
- 1+ year of experience in long-term care or dementia care
- Must be willing to float to other units as needed
- Ability to work the day shift schedule and adapt to a hospital-based long-term care environment

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Weekly pay: $1,176–$1,220 per week
- 8-week travel assignment
- Assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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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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