Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job
Santa Fe, NM
Contracted
Casa Real
Mid Level
Begin a purposeful journey as a Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in Long-Term Care with a travel assignment in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This role lets you blend clinical excellence with compassionate advocacy, delivering dignified care to residents who rely on steady hands and calm guidance. Santa Fe’s sunlit hills, distinctive adobe architecture, and vibrant arts scene create a uniquely restorative backdrop for demanding shifts and meaningful patient connections. If you crave steady, rewarding work close to outdoor recreation and rich cultural experiences, this opportunity aligns your skills with a community that values both quality care and personal well-being. You’ll join a team that honors your expertise and invites you to grow within the specialty you love.
Working in Santa Fe offers a supportive work environment, modern facilities, and access to continuing education. The role also opens opportunities to travel across the U.S., experiencing varied care settings, broader geriatric knowledge, and diverse resident needs. You’ll gain exposure to different state regulations, care models, and interdisciplinary collaboration that sharpen your clinical judgment. The combination of local charm and travel possibilities means you can build a versatile portfolio while maintaining consistency in your practice. Whether you’re drawn to the desert light, alpine air, or the cultural blend that characterizes many facilities, this program provides pathways to meaningful experiences, expanded professional connections, and enhanced confidence in your caregiving approach.
In this LPN long-term care position, you will perform direct resident care, monitor health status, administer medications, assist with activities of daily living, participate in care planning, document thoroughly, and respond to changes with prompt assessment. You’ll collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, and social workers to coordinate treatments, prevent complications, and support quality of life for residents with chronic conditions, post-acute needs, or end-of-life support. The assignment offers opportunities for professional growth through mentorship, targeted training, and potential leadership experiences in unit rounds or precepting new staff. Benefits include an attractive weekly pay of $984-$1,049, housing assistance, a bonus program, and extension opportunities to fit your career trajectory. You will receive comprehensive support from a dedicated travel team, including 24/7 assistance while on assignment to help with scheduling, housing, and on-site concerns. Start date is 12/01/2025, with the duration measured in weeks to match your availability and facility needs.
Our partner organization is committed to empowering staff with clear development plans, transparent feedback, and a supportive, inclusive culture. We emphasize clinical excellence, compassionate care, and teamwork, ensuring you have access to mentorship, ongoing education, and pathways to advance within long-term care. A focus on resident-centered outcomes and staff well-being underpins every shift, helping you balance demanding clinical responsibilities with personal growth and professional fulfillment. You’ll operate within a framework that values your judgment, encourages curiosity, and recognizes your contributions as essential to sustaining high-quality care in diverse settings.
If you’re ready to apply your nursing gifts in a setting that respects your judgment and your well-being, apply now and join a company that values your contribution and professional growth. This is your chance to deepen your expertise in long-term care, impact residents’ lives, and broaden your career horizons. 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.
Working in Santa Fe offers a supportive work environment, modern facilities, and access to continuing education. The role also opens opportunities to travel across the U.S., experiencing varied care settings, broader geriatric knowledge, and diverse resident needs. You’ll gain exposure to different state regulations, care models, and interdisciplinary collaboration that sharpen your clinical judgment. The combination of local charm and travel possibilities means you can build a versatile portfolio while maintaining consistency in your practice. Whether you’re drawn to the desert light, alpine air, or the cultural blend that characterizes many facilities, this program provides pathways to meaningful experiences, expanded professional connections, and enhanced confidence in your caregiving approach.
In this LPN long-term care position, you will perform direct resident care, monitor health status, administer medications, assist with activities of daily living, participate in care planning, document thoroughly, and respond to changes with prompt assessment. You’ll collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, and social workers to coordinate treatments, prevent complications, and support quality of life for residents with chronic conditions, post-acute needs, or end-of-life support. The assignment offers opportunities for professional growth through mentorship, targeted training, and potential leadership experiences in unit rounds or precepting new staff. Benefits include an attractive weekly pay of $984-$1,049, housing assistance, a bonus program, and extension opportunities to fit your career trajectory. You will receive comprehensive support from a dedicated travel team, including 24/7 assistance while on assignment to help with scheduling, housing, and on-site concerns. Start date is 12/01/2025, with the duration measured in weeks to match your availability and facility needs.
Our partner organization is committed to empowering staff with clear development plans, transparent feedback, and a supportive, inclusive culture. We emphasize clinical excellence, compassionate care, and teamwork, ensuring you have access to mentorship, ongoing education, and pathways to advance within long-term care. A focus on resident-centered outcomes and staff well-being underpins every shift, helping you balance demanding clinical responsibilities with personal growth and professional fulfillment. You’ll operate within a framework that values your judgment, encourages curiosity, and recognizes your contributions as essential to sustaining high-quality care in diverse settings.
If you’re ready to apply your nursing gifts in a setting that respects your judgment and your well-being, apply now and join a company that values your contribution and professional growth. This is your chance to deepen your expertise in long-term care, impact residents’ lives, and broaden your career horizons. 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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About TLC Nursing
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.
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 Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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