Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job
Rio Rancho, NM
Contracted
Rio Rancho Center
Mid Level
Step into a purpose-driven role as a Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in Long-Term Care, where your care translates into comfort, dignity, and improved quality of life for residents under your watch. Based in the warm community of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, this weeks-long assignment starts on 12/09/2025 and offers a clear path to professional growth within an essential specialty. Imagine guiding residents through daily routines, monitoring health changes, and collaborating with a dedicated team to tailor care plans that honor each person’s history, preferences, and goals. You’ll bring skillful bedside care, empathy, and reliability to a setting that values consistency, safety, and compassionate communication, making a tangible difference in people’s lives every day.
Location benefits come alive in Rio Rancho’s welcoming neighborhoods, expanding trails, and easy access to the climate and cultural richness of New Mexico. The area blends the comforts of a close-knit community with the energy of nearby Albuquerque, offering convenient access to parks, family-friendly events, and outdoor adventures that refresh and renew you after shifts. For those energized by variety, this role also opens doors to placements across the United States, delivering the chance to experience different facilities, care models, and communities while maintaining continuity in your professional practice. You’ll gain exposure to diverse patient populations, staffing models, and interdisciplinary teams, expanding your clinical repertoire and boosting confidence in your clinical judgment.
Role specifics and benefits are designed to support you every step of the way. As a Long-Term Care LPN, you’ll play a pivotal part in daily resident care, including medication administration under the supervision of a registered nurse, routine assessments, monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, wound care, and infection control measures. You’ll contribute to the development and execution of individualized care plans, document changes accurately in electronic health records, and participate in multidisciplinary rounds to ensure seamless, person-centered care. Your responsibilities will also include safeguarding resident safety, reporting changes promptly, and collaborating with physicians, therapists, social services, and families to align care with residents’ goals and values. This role offers substantial opportunities for professional growth, from expanding your geriatric care skills to enhancing care coordination, pursuing certifications in specialized wound management or palliative basics, and gaining experience with residents transitioning through diverse life stages. The assignment provides structured pathways for skill advancement, on-the-job coaching, and access to continuing education opportunities that recognize and reward your evolving expertise.
Compensation and benefits are competitive and meaningful. You’ll receive weekly pay in the range of $820-$847, with 36.0 guaranteed hours each week, providing a steady and predictable schedule. The position includes a sign-on bonus and housing assistance to ease transition, reflecting our commitment to supporting you from day one. Additional extension opportunities let you extend your contract if you discover a particular facility or community you’d like to continue serving. Beyond financial considerations, you’ll benefit from comprehensive support designed for traveling professionals: 24/7 assistance while you travel with the company, travel coordination, housing logistics, and access to a dedicated support team ready to help with any situation that arises on the road. This blend of reliable scheduling, generous compensation, and robust backing helps you focus on what you do best—delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
Company values center on empowering staff and cultivating a supportive, growth-oriented environment. The organization is dedicated to your career advancement, offering mentorship, transparent pathways for progression, and ongoing learning opportunities that recognize your contributions. You’ll join a culture that prioritizes respectful teamwork, resident-centered care, and a positive work climate where your voice matters and your professional development is encouraged. The emphasis on continuity of care, ethical practice, and resident dignity aligns with the pride you take in your role as an LPN, ensuring that every shift strengthens your clinical confidence and sense of purpose.
Call to action: If you’re ready to make a lasting impact and grow within a community that values your expertise and compassion, apply now. Embrace a rewarding weeks-long assignment that supports your personal well-being and professional ambitions, while you serve residents with excellence in Long-Term Care. Your journey begins in Rio Rancho, NM, with opportunities to explore new locations across the U.S. and to extend your experience as you cultivate your skills and leadership in geriatric nursing. Join a company that champions your contribution and your development, and help shape the future of long-term care, one resident at a time.
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.
Location benefits come alive in Rio Rancho’s welcoming neighborhoods, expanding trails, and easy access to the climate and cultural richness of New Mexico. The area blends the comforts of a close-knit community with the energy of nearby Albuquerque, offering convenient access to parks, family-friendly events, and outdoor adventures that refresh and renew you after shifts. For those energized by variety, this role also opens doors to placements across the United States, delivering the chance to experience different facilities, care models, and communities while maintaining continuity in your professional practice. You’ll gain exposure to diverse patient populations, staffing models, and interdisciplinary teams, expanding your clinical repertoire and boosting confidence in your clinical judgment.
Role specifics and benefits are designed to support you every step of the way. As a Long-Term Care LPN, you’ll play a pivotal part in daily resident care, including medication administration under the supervision of a registered nurse, routine assessments, monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, wound care, and infection control measures. You’ll contribute to the development and execution of individualized care plans, document changes accurately in electronic health records, and participate in multidisciplinary rounds to ensure seamless, person-centered care. Your responsibilities will also include safeguarding resident safety, reporting changes promptly, and collaborating with physicians, therapists, social services, and families to align care with residents’ goals and values. This role offers substantial opportunities for professional growth, from expanding your geriatric care skills to enhancing care coordination, pursuing certifications in specialized wound management or palliative basics, and gaining experience with residents transitioning through diverse life stages. The assignment provides structured pathways for skill advancement, on-the-job coaching, and access to continuing education opportunities that recognize and reward your evolving expertise.
Compensation and benefits are competitive and meaningful. You’ll receive weekly pay in the range of $820-$847, with 36.0 guaranteed hours each week, providing a steady and predictable schedule. The position includes a sign-on bonus and housing assistance to ease transition, reflecting our commitment to supporting you from day one. Additional extension opportunities let you extend your contract if you discover a particular facility or community you’d like to continue serving. Beyond financial considerations, you’ll benefit from comprehensive support designed for traveling professionals: 24/7 assistance while you travel with the company, travel coordination, housing logistics, and access to a dedicated support team ready to help with any situation that arises on the road. This blend of reliable scheduling, generous compensation, and robust backing helps you focus on what you do best—delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
Company values center on empowering staff and cultivating a supportive, growth-oriented environment. The organization is dedicated to your career advancement, offering mentorship, transparent pathways for progression, and ongoing learning opportunities that recognize your contributions. You’ll join a culture that prioritizes respectful teamwork, resident-centered care, and a positive work climate where your voice matters and your professional development is encouraged. The emphasis on continuity of care, ethical practice, and resident dignity aligns with the pride you take in your role as an LPN, ensuring that every shift strengthens your clinical confidence and sense of purpose.
Call to action: If you’re ready to make a lasting impact and grow within a community that values your expertise and compassion, apply now. Embrace a rewarding weeks-long assignment that supports your personal well-being and professional ambitions, while you serve residents with excellence in Long-Term Care. Your journey begins in Rio Rancho, NM, with opportunities to explore new locations across the U.S. and to extend your experience as you cultivate your skills and leadership in geriatric nursing. Join a company that champions your contribution and your development, and help shape the future of long-term care, one resident at a time.
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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TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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