What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job position at Healthforce?
Licensed Practical Nurse, Long Term Care | Belen, New Mexico, United States
Start date: 08/03/2026
Duration: 6 weeks
Weekly pay: $794-$844 per week
Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
Shift: 3x12-hour days
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility; local assignment
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $794-$844 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 6 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour days
- Start date: 08/03/2026
- Local assignment in a long-term care setting
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to residents under supervision, following care plans and physician orders
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments; monitor for adverse reactions and interactions
- Assess residents, document vital signs, intake/output, and changes in condition; update care plans as needed
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team; communicate significant changes to families and caregivers as appropriate
- Maintain safety, infection control, and quality-of-care standards; assist with activities of daily living and mobility
- Complete accurate MAR and shift handoffs; ensure proper documentation and regulatory compliance
Requirements
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse license in New Mexico (or multi-state license with NM eligibility)
- Experience in long-term care or a skilled nursing setting preferred
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a 3x12 schedule
- Strong documentation, assessment, and communication skills
- Ability to meet onboarding prerequisites as determined by the facility (background checks and credentialing)
Benefits and Support
- 36 guaranteed hours per week
- Weekly pay between $794 and $844
- Local assignment in a skilled nursing environment
- 6-week contract duration
- 3x12-hour shift pattern
- Assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
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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.
Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide
Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
- Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
- Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
- Local contract and per diem opportunities
- Short-term and 13-week travel assignments
Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
What Makes Healthforce Different
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
- 24/7 support while you are on assignment
- Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings
We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals
Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.
- Quick submissions to open jobs
- Access to multiple job options at once
- Flexible assignment locations
- Ongoing support throughout your contract
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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Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.
Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.
Salary : $794 - $844