Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job

TLC•Albuquerque, NM

1d•$867 - $899

About The Position

Take the next step in your nursing career as a Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in Long-Term Care, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to residents who rely on steady, skilled support. In Albuquerque, New Mexico, you’ll join a team that values dignity, comfort, and continuity of care. Within long-term care, you’ll help residents manage chronic conditions, regain confidence after illness, and preserve independence wherever possible, while building trusting relationships with residents and their families. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to shape daily experiences, elevate clinical outcomes, and demonstrate leadership in care planning, medication administration, and safety. You’ll blend hands-on nursing with keen assessment, care coordination, and a commitment to empathy, advocating for residents’ goals and preferences. As you serve a diverse community, you’ll discover the power of small acts of kindness that accumulate into lasting well-being. The Albuquerque setting also connects you to a vibrant state with unique landscapes and cultures that enrich your professional journey and personal life. Separately, consider the beauty of New Mexico: year-round sunshine, expansive desert scenery, the Sandia Mountains, distinctive adobe architecture, and a thriving arts, music, and culinary scene that invites exploration after shifts. Location benefits: Working in Albuquerque means access to a robust healthcare community, affordable housing, and an inviting quality of life that balances work with outdoor adventures, cultural events, and family-friendly activities. You’ll be part of a network that supports growth, mentorship, and collaboration across shifts. For those who crave variety, there are opportunities to work in multiple locations across the U.S., expanding your clinical experience while maintaining the security of a dedicated support system. This national footprint means you can rotate between facilities, engage with different patient populations in the long-term care continuum, and bring best practices back to your home assignment or next assignment. Embrace a role that keeps you rooted in a welcoming city while offering pathways to explore new communities and care models across the country. Start date and assignment scope: The opportunity begins on 03/02/2026 for a contract lasting several weeks in Albuquerque, with potential extensions based on need and performance. Weekly pay ranges from $867 to $899, reflecting competitive compensation for your expertise in long-term care. While the listed hours provide a framework, guaranteed hours are currently 0.0, and actual scheduling will be discussed during the hiring process. This structure supports flexible placement with a focus on quality patient care and staff wellbeing. Role specifics and benefits: - Responsibilities and growth: Provide skilled nursing care aligned with individualized care plans, including medication administration, vital signs monitoring, wound care and skin integrity, assistance with activities of daily living, fall prevention, and dementia care. Collaborate with physicians, therapists, social workers, and family members to develop and implement comprehensive care plans. Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records, monitor changes in residents’ conditions, and participate in discharge planning and transitions of care. This role offers growth opportunities within geriatrics, wound management, palliative approaches, and leadership experiences such as charge nurse responsibilities, with mentorship and structured learning to expand your clinical toolbox. - Competitive benefits and supports: In addition to competitive pay, you’ll have access to a bonus structure, housing assistance, and extension opportunities to continue serving in high-need environments. The program emphasizes stability through built-in incentives designed to recognize your expertise and dedication. - 24/7 support while traveling: You’ll be backed by a dedicated travel team offering round-the-clock support, ensuring smooth transitions between assignments, consistent guidance, and rapid resolution of any concerns so you can focus on delivering exceptional resident care. Company values: Our organization is built on empowering staff through clear career pathways, ongoing education, mentorship, and a genuinely supportive work environment. We are committed to your professional advancement and to cultivating a culture where teamwork, respect, and compassion are everyday standards. You’ll join colleagues who share a patient-first mindset, collaborate across disciplines, and continually strive to raise the bar for quality of life and clinical outcomes in long-term care. Call to action: If you’re ready to apply, seize an exciting opportunity to join a company that values your contribution and invests in your ongoing development. Bring your LPN expertise to long-term care in Albuquerque and across the United States, and help seniors lead dignified, enriching lives while growing your career in a nurturing, dynamic environment. 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. 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 Nationwide assignments Referral Bonus Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required. EEO Statement TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

LPN expertise

Responsibilities

Provide skilled nursing care aligned with individualized care plans, including medication administration, vital signs monitoring, wound care and skin integrity, assistance with activities of daily living, fall prevention, and dementia care.
Collaborate with physicians, therapists, social workers, and family members to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records, monitor changes in residents’ conditions, and participate in discharge planning and transitions of care.