Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job

TLC Healthforce•Elkins, WV

About The Position

Step into a role where every shift is an opportunity to uplift lives, restore dignity, and make a tangible difference in the daily experiences of residents in Long-Term Care. As a Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in Long-Term Care in Elkins, West Virginia, you will partner with compassionate teams to deliver hands-on care, advocate for residents’ comfort, and support families through the journey of aging with respect and empathy. This position begins on 02/02/2026, with a flexible duration measured in weeks, and offers a competitive weekly pay range of $1,062-$1,119 for an average guarantee of 36 hours per week. Your clinical skills, attention to safety, and commitment to person-centered care will guide you as you administer medications, perform routine assessments, assist with activities of daily living, support wound care and skin integrity, monitor vitals, and contribute to restorative therapies that preserve independence. You’ll collaborate with Registered Nurses and other clinicians to implement care plans, document changes accurately, and elevate comfort and quality of life for each resident you serve. In this environment, your expertise translates into meaningful outcomes—a safer day for residents, fewer hospitalizations, and moments of connection that remind families they chose the right care for their loved ones. West Virginia’s beauty is a daily backdrop to your professional journey. Nestled in the Allegheny Highlands, Elkins offers access to outdoor adventures that complement a rewarding healthcare career. Picture weekends spent hiking along scenic trails, exploring the lush forests of the Monongahela National Forest, or marveling at the cascading beauty of Blackwater Falls and Dolly Sods, all within a short drive from your work site. The state’s mountains, rivers, and small-town charm create a balanced rhythm between dedicated nursing and rejuvenating downtime, making it possible to recharge after a purposeful day at work. The combination of close-knit communities, a rich cultural heritage, and expansive natural landscapes invites you to grow both professionally and personally. Working in Elkins presents unique location benefits that can enhance your nursing practice and lifestyle. You’ll enjoy a welcoming community with flexibility and a supportive care network, allowing you to deliver consistent, high-quality long-term care with autonomy and collaboration. There are opportunities to experience varied settings as part of a broader travel program, including the possibility of assignments in other locations across the United States, which can broaden your clinical perspectives, sharpen your adaptability, and broaden your professional network. Elkins itself offers affordable living, a slower pace that supports thoughtful patient interactions, and proximity to outdoor recreation that helps you decompress while maintaining a strong work ethic and patient focus. You’ll have access to robust hospital and clinic partnerships, enabling interdisciplinary teamwork and professional growth through mentorship, continuing education, and hands-on leadership experiences within the Long-Term Care specialty. Role specifics and benefits are designed to support your clinical excellence and career advancement. In this role, you’ll take primary responsibility for delivering nursing care to residents in long-term care settings, including administering medications, monitoring health status, performing routine and complex procedures under physician and RN supervision, and ensuring accurate documentation in electronic health records. You’ll participate in planning and executing individualized care plans, coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, and guide Certified Nursing Assistants and other support staff to maintain safe, dignified, and comfortable living environments. The opportunity to expand your scope is a centerpiece of this position, with pathways for professional growth in geriatric assessment, palliative care principles, wound management, and chronic disease optimization. You’ll benefit from a competitive bonus structure, housing assistance to ease transition and relocation, and extension opportunities that recognize your reliability and clinical impact. To support your journey, you’ll have access to comprehensive 24/7 support from the company while you travel, ensuring you’re never alone when facing clinical or logistical challenges on the road. With guaranteed hours of 36 per week and a weekly pay rate in the stated range, you’ll enjoy financial stability as you build your resume as a trusted provider in senior care. Our company culture centers on empowerment, open communication, and a shared commitment to excellence. We believe in investing in our staff—valuing curiosity, clinical judgment, and compassionate leadership as core assets. You’ll find a supportive work environment that prioritizes professional development, mentorship, and clear pathways for advancement within the Long-Term Care specialty. This isn’t just about filling a position; it’s about partnering with a values-driven organization that recognizes your contributions, supports your ambitions, and celebrates the lasting impact you have on residents, families, and teams across the country. If you’re ready to apply your skills where they matter most, to learn continuously, and to grow within a network that values your expertise and humanity, this is your invitation. Join us to deliver exceptional long-term care in Elkins, West Virginia, with opportunities to explore other communities while building a stable, meaningful career. Your next chapter as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Long-Term Care awaits—apply now to begin a journey that honors your vocation, elevates your practice, and strengthens the care we provide to those who need it most.

Responsibilities

delivering nursing care to residents in long-term care settings
administering medications
monitoring health status
performing routine and complex procedures under physician and RN supervision
ensuring accurate documentation in electronic health records
participating in planning and executing individualized care plans
coordinating with interdisciplinary teams
guiding Certified Nursing Assistants and other support staff to maintain safe, dignified, and comfortable living environments