Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job
8 days ago
Albuquerque
Job DescriptionEmbark on a transformative journey as a Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in Long-Term Care, stepping into roles that blend compassionate bedside care with the satisfaction of helping residents maintain dignity, comfort, and quality of life. This assignment opens doors to meaningful patient relationships, hands-on clinical challenges, and steady professional growth, with a start date of February 1, 2026 and a flexible multi‑week engagement designed to fit your schedule. You’ll be part of a supportive network that values your expertise, respects your autonomy, and helps you expand your skills through real-world long-term care practice. While you bring care to Albuquerque, New Mexico, you’ll also have opportunities to serve in other trusted facilities across the country, gaining diverse experiences that sharpen your clinical judgment and broaden your professional horizons. Begin this journey knowing your work matters—every scheduled shift contributes to residents’ comfort, safety, and well‑being. New Mexico offers a unique backdrop for nursing care, blending rich cultural experiences with natural beauty. In Albuquerque, you’ll enjoy a lively arts scene, a welcoming community, and outdoor recreation just outside your door. The surrounding landscape—the Sandia Mountains, expansive desert vistas, and nearby historic towns—invites you to unwind after shifts and reconnect with what motivates you as a caregiver. If you choose assignments beyond Albuquerque, you’ll encounter a range of settings—from quiet suburban facilities to bustling urban campuses—each presenting new opportunities to apply your skills, learn innovative care approaches, and collaborate with diverse interdisciplinary teams. This role balances the stability of long-term care with the excitement of travel nursing, giving you the best of both worlds: consistent resident impact and exposure to varied facilities and practices. Location Benefits: • Work primarily in Albuquerque with the promise of additional assignments across select U.S. locations, expanding your professional network and skill set., • Enjoy the advantages of living in a city known for its hospitality, unique cuisine, and access to outdoor adventure, with a supportive community that prioritizes work–life balance., • Benefit from facilities that invest in your growth, provide modern resources, and partner with a travel program designed to minimize downtime and maximize clinical engagement., • Flexible rotations offer exposure to different resident populations, care models, and administrative structures, enriching your resume and elevating your clinical confidence. Role Specifics and Benefits: • Key responsibilities include delivering high-quality direct patient care to adults in long-term care settings: administering medications, monitoring vitals, assisting with activities of daily living, wound care, and implementing individualized care plans in collaboration with RNs, physicians, and therapy teams. You’ll document interventions accurately, monitor for changes in condition, and escalate concerns promptly to ensure patient safety., • You’ll support residents’ comfort through pain management, skin care, nutrition support, and social engagement activities, while upholding regulatory standards and best practices in geriatric care., • The position offers competitive compensation with a weekly range of $1,444 to $1,551, reflecting your experience and the responsibilities of long-term care nursing. The guaranteed hours are 36.0 per week, with the flexibility of consistent scheduling across assigned facilities., • A sign-on bonus is available, alongside housing assistance to help you settle quickly and focus on patient care. Extension opportunities allow you to continue contributing to multiple facilities, building continuity of care for residents and increasing your professional footprint., • Comprehensive support is a cornerstone of the program: a dedicated support team available 24/7, on-call clinical leadership, and a liaison for travel logistics. You’ll have access to remote orientation resources, ongoing education opportunities, and mentorship to help you refine geriatric assessment, medication management, and care coordination skills., • Professional growth is encouraged through exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration, care transitions, palliative approaches when appropriate, and the chance to pursue certifications or additional training aligned with long-term care excellence. You’ll gain confidence in leading care planning conversations, coordinating with families, and advocating for residents’ preferences and goals., • The environment emphasizes safety, compliance, and a culture of empowerment. You’ll be encouraged to voice ideas for process improvements, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to a supportive, respectful workplace where colleagues uplift one another. Company Values: We’re committed to empowering our nursing staff to advance in their careers while maintaining a healthy, collaborative work atmosphere. Our program prioritizes comprehensive onboarding, transparent communication, and a culture that honors every caregiver’s expertise. You’ll operate in an environment that values continuity of care, resident dignity, and teamwork, with leadership that invests in ongoing development, recognition, and equity. Call to Action: If you’re ready to apply your LPN expertise to long-term care in a setting that respects your contributions and supports your professional development, seize this opportunity. Join a compassionate team that values stability, growth, and the chance to make a lasting difference in residents’ lives. Apply now to begin this rewarding chapter in Albuquerque, NM, with room to explore additional locations across the country while you expand your clinical repertoire and elevate your career. Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Start date is 02/01/2026, with a duration measured in weeks, and a guaranteed 36.0 hours per week. Privacy & Consent By applying, you agree to TLC Healthforce's Privacy Policy and consent to receive job-related text messages; message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out. About TLC Nursing TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S. ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions. Why Travelers Choose TLC • Competitive weekly pay, • Fast credentialing, • 24/7 recruiter & clinical support EEO Statement TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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