Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job

Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-Term Care in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This travel, temporary assignment starts on 07/01/2026 and runs for 12 weeks. The position offers 36 guaranteed hours per week on a 3x12-hour night shift (18:00–06:30) in a long-term care nursing home setting. Local candidates only; orientation requires Tue and Thu start dates.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $918–$982 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 12 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour nights (18:00–06:30)
- Start date: 07/01/2026
- Local orientation: Tue/Thu start dates required

Responsibilities
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments according to care plans under supervision of a registered nurse
- Perform patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and document changes promptly
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, mobility, and hygiene
- Provide basic wound care, dressing changes, and infection control measures as directed
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation and communicate care needs during shift handoffs
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to implement individualized care plans and ensure safety

Requirements
- Active, unrestricted LPN license (current)
- Ability to work 3x12-hour night shifts (18:00–06:30) and meet orientation requirements
- Willingness to commit to a 12-week travel assignment with guaranteed hours
- Experience in or ability to work in a long-term care setting
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Eligible for a travel assignment and local orientation requirements

Benefits and Support
- 36 guaranteed hours per week
- 12-week travel assignment
- Night shift schedule (18:00–06:30)
- Local orientation with Tue/Thu start dates
- Dedicated support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC throughout the assignment
- Access to ongoing travel and placement support

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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.

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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