Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care in Belen, NM. Start date 08/01/2026 for a 2-week travel-temporary assignment in a skilled nursing care environment. Weekly pay ranges from $763 to $785, with guaranteed hours of 36 per week. Shift: night shift, 18:00–06:30. This is a local-only assignment with travel involvement limited to the immediate area.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $763–$785 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 2 weeks
- Shift: Night shift, 18:00–06:30
- Start date: 08/01/2026
- Work setting: Long-term care, skilled nursing care environment
- Local assignment only

Responsibilities
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments according to the care plan and MAR, ensuring accuracy and safety.
- Monitor patient condition, perform routine assessments, document findings, and report changes to the supervising RN.
- Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, and safe transfers; ensure proper positioning and fall prevention.
- Implement and document the plan of care; maintain accurate records in the electronic health record system.
- Provide wound care and dressing changes as ordered; monitor for signs of infection or changes in skin integrity.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centered care and respond to patient needs promptly.

Requirements
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse license in New Mexico
- Graduation from an approved LPN program; current license to practice
- 1+ year of experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing preferred
- Ability to work the night shift (18:00–06:30); on local assignment only
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing
- Local assignment with no relocation required

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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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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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