Embark on a meaningful journey as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Long-Term Care in Gallup, New Mexico, with an opportunity that blends compassion with professional growth. Start date February 2, 2026, as you join a dedicated team providing essential, patient‑centered care to residents who rely on steady hands, attentive minds, and a steady heart. Your role will include administering medications, monitoring health status, assisting with daily living activities, and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to maintain comfort, safety, and quality of life. Each day you’ll witness the difference your care makes—reassuring families, strengthening resident dignity, and supporting independence. The Gallup region rewards steadfast clinicians with a warm community spirit, stunning desert sunsets, and access to outdoor beauty—from nearby red rock country to expansive skies that invite reflection after a shift. The beauty of New Mexico is a daily companion to your professional journey, offering inspiring landscapes and rich cultural experiences that enrich your work and your life.

Location Benefits:
Gallup presents the best of both worlds: a tight-knit community atmosphere combined with modern care facilities and a commitment to compassionate practice. You’ll experience a welcoming environment, supportive colleagues, and opportunities to grow within long-term care. For those who crave variety, this position can pair with assignments across the United States, exposing you to a range of facilities—from high-volume urban centers to quieter rural settings—each offering unique clinical challenges, patient populations, and learning opportunities. The region’s natural beauty—sunrise over the desert, expansive vistas, and access to outdoor recreation—provides a refreshing backdrop to long shifts and restorative downtime. As you travel or rotate through locations, you’ll build a diverse portfolio of geriatric nursing experiences while staying rooted in the core values of high-quality resident care.

Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Key responsibilities: Deliver direct, compassionate care to long-term residents; perform comprehensive daily assessments; manage chronic conditions; administer medications and treatments; provide wound care and mobility assistance; ensure safety protocols; document care plans and progress in electronic health records; communicate with families and the care team; respond promptly to changes in residents’ conditions and emergencies.

- Growth opportunities: Access targeted training in geriatric care, fall prevention, wound management, pain control, and palliative care. Seek specialized certification, pursue leadership pathways across multiple facilities, and participate in mentorship programs designed to elevate clinical competence and teamwork.

- Competitive compensation and perks: Weekly pay between $971 and $1,027, with potential bonuses and incentive programs. Housing assistance available to ease relocation, plus extension opportunities to continue your practice in preferred locations. Comprehensive travel support from onboarding through ongoing assignments, with flexibility to tailor start dates and assignments to your lifestyle while maintaining high standards of care.

- Support you can count on: 24/7 support while you travel with the company, ensuring access to guidance, resources, and assistance whenever you need it. A dependable network that helps you navigate challenges, coordinate with facilities, and stay focused on delivering exceptional resident care.

Company Values:
Our core is empowering staff to excel. We place patients, teams, and nurses at the center of every decision, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive work environment. We invest in ongoing education, champion career advancement, and celebrate the vital contributions of LPNs in long-term care. We believe in sustainable careers, work–life balance, and creating environments where nurses feel valued, heard, and trusted to lead improvements in resident well-being.

Call to Action:
If you’re a dedicated LPN who thrives in a long-term care setting and seeks growth, apply today to join a company that values your expertise, supports your development, and honors your commitment to compassionate care. Begin your journey in Gallup on 02/02/2026, with opportunities to extend, relocate, and broaden your practice across the country. Your next chapter in geriatric nursing starts here—where care meets community, and your impact lasts.

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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