Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse – Long Term Care in Waterloo, NY, United States. This travel temporary assignment starts August 25, 2026 and runs for 27 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $513 to $535. There are no guaranteed hours. Shifts are days, with weekend and holiday coverage required. The position is in a skilled nursing setting, providing direct and indirect skilled nursing care under supervision, with experience in adult and geriatric patient populations.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $513–$535 per week
- Duration: 27 weeks
- Shift: Days
- Start date: August 25, 2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (long-term care)
- Weekend/holiday coverage required
- Full-day orientation; contracts start on a Tuesday or Thursday for orientation

Responsibilities
- Collect data on residents’ physical and psychosocial status 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; involve the resident, family, and care team.
- Reassess resident outcomes and revise the plan of care as needed; refer to additional services when necessary; ensure coordination with the resident/family.
- Provide direct and indirect skilled nursing care under the direction of the RN; follow defined policies and procedures.
- Maintain current knowledge and competency in nursing practice; participate in mentoring or orientation of staff; promote a safe environment and ongoing education.
- Demonstrate knowledge and competency in caring for geriatric residents; adhere to safety, infection control, and standard precautions.

Requirements
- Active NY Licensed Practical Nurse license
- BLS certification (American Heart Association or RQI)
- Minimum 1 year of experience as an LPN in a long-term care setting
- Ability to work in a geriatric/adult patient population
- Weekend and holiday availability as required
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and provide nursing care under supervision

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
- Fast credentialing processes
- Extension opportunities on contract if available
- Housing coordination or assistance may be provided as part of the assignment
- Nationwide assignment opportunities through the program

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If you’d like to explore additional openings, visit Healthforce Healthcare LLC at to view current travel nursing opportunities and apply for roles that fit your orientation and availability.

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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
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
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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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