Step into a pivotal role as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Long-Term Care, where every shift honors the dignity and comfort of residents while you cultivate lasting relationships with families, caregivers, and the care team. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, you’ll bring clinical excellence, compassion, and practical expertise to a setting that blends close-knit community care with the energy of a thriving city. This contract begins February 24, 2026, offering a robust weekly pay in the $846–$909 range, with a guaranteed 36 hours per week, and a structure designed to support your consistency, skill development, and work–life balance. In Long-Term Care, your daily impact translates into meaningful improvements in mobility, safety, mood, and overall quality of life for residents who rely on steady, respectful guidance across seasons of health change. You’ll have the chance to apply assessment skills, care planning, medication administration, wound and skin care, IV and infusion support where applicable, and vital reporting to the nursing team, all while learning to navigate complex comorbidity management with autonomy and confidence. This role is more than a job; it’s a chance to refine clinical judgment in real-world settings and to mentor peers and aides as you grow into increased responsibilities within the specialty.

New Mexico’s landscapes offer more than backdrop; they invite you to experience a state famous for sunlit days, the Sangre de Cristo and Sandia mountains, and skies that tell a story with every season. Albuquerque itself blends outdoor adventure with a lively cultural scene—balloon flights over the desert at dawn, scenic hikes along the Bosque, the vibrant Old Town, and a calendar full of festivals and local flavor. Separately, the opportunity to work in various locations across the United States expands your professional horizon, letting you learn different care models, facility cultures, and patient populations. You’ll gain exposure to diverse clinical protocols, PICC and saline lock care, and interdisciplinary collaboration that strengthens your ability to adapt care plans across teams and campuses. The experience you’ll gain will be transferable and valued wherever your career takes you next, whether you return to Albuquerque or pursue new assignments in other markets.

Role specifics and benefits are designed with your professional growth in mind. You’ll provide comprehensive, person-centered care for residents in long-term care settings, including daily living assistance, mobility support, medication administration with safety checks, and ongoing assessment of pain, nutrition, hydration, and mental status. Your documentation will reflect precise care notes, timely updates to care plans, and clear communications with families and supervising physicians. You’ll participate in care conferences and huddle sessions, contributing your practical insights to improve outcomes and enhance resident satisfaction. The position emphasizes advancement opportunities, whether through specialized certifications, leadership tracks, or expanded clinical responsibilities such as charge nurse duties or mentor roles for new staff. The benefits package highlights a competitive salary structure with potential bonuses, housing assistance or stipends where applicable, and opportunities to extend the contract based on performance and facility needs. We provide 24/7 support for travelers, ensuring you’re never navigating the road alone. Our dedicated travel support team helps with housing configurations, local orientation, credentialing, and ongoing assistance as you settle into each assignment. We believe in minimizing friction so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.

Company values center on empowerment, respect, and growth. You’ll join a culture that prioritizes your professional development, recognizes the expertise you bring, and fosters a supportive environment where questions are welcomed and pathways to advancement are clear. Our teams are built on collaboration, transparent communication, and mutual respect, with leadership committed to helping you expand your clinical competencies, achieve relevant certifications, and assume roles that leverage your strengths and interests. Even while traveling, you’ll be part of a network that values your well-being, encourages work–life balance, and celebrates your contributions through recognition, feedback, and structured development plans.

If you’re ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of residents and their families while growing within a national network that supports your journey, this is your invitation. Apply now to join a company that values your expertise, your growth, and your compassion. Embrace a role where your care meets opportunity, your learning compounds with every shift, and your professional path can unfold across locations that broaden your perspective and enrich your practice.

Please 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.

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