Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job
Gunnison, CO
Contracted
Gunnison Valley Health-Senior Care Center
Mid Level
Step into a meaningful role as a Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in Long-Term Care, where every shift offers the chance to nurture independence, comfort, and dignity for residents who deserve compassionate, professional care. Starting 12/29/2025 for a contracting engagement of several weeks in Gunnison, Colorado, you will bring hands-on nursing expertise to a vibrant community known for its warm spirit and scenic backdrop. This opportunity blends the depth of long-term geriatric care with the flexibility of a travel assignment, empowering you to impact lives while exploring Colorado’s mountains, rivers, and high desert landscapes that define the region. You’ll join a team that respects your expertise and recognizes the essential role you play in sustaining quality of life for residents who rely on you every day.
Colorado’s western slope offers a compelling backdrop for nursing excellence. Gunnison’s close-knit communities provide connection, safety, and a slower pace that allows you to build trustful relationships with residents and families. Residents benefit from consistent, compassionate care, while you gain exposure to diverse cases and collaborative practice across shifts and facilities. The location also unlocks the broader Colorado experience: pristine trails, alpine mornings, and serene evenings after your shift. Beyond Gunnison, you may have opportunities to serve in different settings across the United States, widening your professional vistas, connecting with a wide network of clinicians, and bringing best practices from one community to another. This blend of stable local care and portable experience makes it possible to grow your clinical acumen while enjoying the unique character of each locale.
In this role, you’ll deliver essential clinical support within a long-term care environment. Key responsibilities include administering medications and treatments within your scope, monitoring vitals, assessing changes in residents’ conditions, supporting wound care and infection prevention, assisting with activities of daily living, and helping to implement individualized care plans in collaboration with RNs, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams. You’ll document accurately in electronic health records, communicate clearly with families and care teams, and participate in quality improvement initiatives that enhance resident well-being. The position offers pathways for professional development in geriatric care, chronic disease management, palliative approaches, and staff leadership within LTC units. You’ll enjoy competitive compensation that aligns with the critical nature of this work, plus a package designed to support your well-being and professional trajectory.
Benefits and support are designed to help you thrive. You’ll earn a weekly pay rate in the range of $1,265 to $1,335, with a guarantee of 36 hours per week, delivering financial stability as you travel. The package includes housing assistance to simplify relocation, plus a sign-on bonus designed to recognize your qualifications and commitment. There are extension opportunities that let you continue to grow within the same organization if you and the team align well, along with ongoing learning allowances to pursue certifications or specialty training relevant to LTC and geriatric care. You’ll have access to comprehensive support 24/7 while traveling with the company, ensuring you have trusted assistance whenever you need it, no matter the time or location. This combination of structured hours, steady income, and generous support creates a conducive environment for delivering outstanding resident care while expanding your professional repertoire.
Our company values your contributions and is dedicated to empowering your career. We foster a culture that emphasizes mentoring, ongoing education, and clear pathways for advancement. You’ll work within a supportive environment that prioritizes teamwork, ethical practice, and resident-centered outcomes. The organizational commitment to care excellence means you’ll be part of an ethos that respects your experience, encourages curiosity, and provides the resources you need to grow—from clinical mastery to leadership opportunities within long‑term care settings. You’ll be part of a network that believes in balancing meaningful work with personal well‑being, ensuring you can sustain long, fulfilling careers in healthcare.
If you’re ready to apply, seize this exciting chance to join a company that values your expertise, offers meaningful growth opportunities, and supports you every step of the way. Apply now to begin a rewarding journey as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Long-Term Care, contributing to the health and happiness of residents while exploring Colorado’s remarkable landscapes and the broader scope of nursing across the U.S. This is your moment to make an impact, expand your horizons, and advance your career in a role designed for purpose and progression. 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.
Colorado’s western slope offers a compelling backdrop for nursing excellence. Gunnison’s close-knit communities provide connection, safety, and a slower pace that allows you to build trustful relationships with residents and families. Residents benefit from consistent, compassionate care, while you gain exposure to diverse cases and collaborative practice across shifts and facilities. The location also unlocks the broader Colorado experience: pristine trails, alpine mornings, and serene evenings after your shift. Beyond Gunnison, you may have opportunities to serve in different settings across the United States, widening your professional vistas, connecting with a wide network of clinicians, and bringing best practices from one community to another. This blend of stable local care and portable experience makes it possible to grow your clinical acumen while enjoying the unique character of each locale.
In this role, you’ll deliver essential clinical support within a long-term care environment. Key responsibilities include administering medications and treatments within your scope, monitoring vitals, assessing changes in residents’ conditions, supporting wound care and infection prevention, assisting with activities of daily living, and helping to implement individualized care plans in collaboration with RNs, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams. You’ll document accurately in electronic health records, communicate clearly with families and care teams, and participate in quality improvement initiatives that enhance resident well-being. The position offers pathways for professional development in geriatric care, chronic disease management, palliative approaches, and staff leadership within LTC units. You’ll enjoy competitive compensation that aligns with the critical nature of this work, plus a package designed to support your well-being and professional trajectory.
Benefits and support are designed to help you thrive. You’ll earn a weekly pay rate in the range of $1,265 to $1,335, with a guarantee of 36 hours per week, delivering financial stability as you travel. The package includes housing assistance to simplify relocation, plus a sign-on bonus designed to recognize your qualifications and commitment. There are extension opportunities that let you continue to grow within the same organization if you and the team align well, along with ongoing learning allowances to pursue certifications or specialty training relevant to LTC and geriatric care. You’ll have access to comprehensive support 24/7 while traveling with the company, ensuring you have trusted assistance whenever you need it, no matter the time or location. This combination of structured hours, steady income, and generous support creates a conducive environment for delivering outstanding resident care while expanding your professional repertoire.
Our company values your contributions and is dedicated to empowering your career. We foster a culture that emphasizes mentoring, ongoing education, and clear pathways for advancement. You’ll work within a supportive environment that prioritizes teamwork, ethical practice, and resident-centered outcomes. The organizational commitment to care excellence means you’ll be part of an ethos that respects your experience, encourages curiosity, and provides the resources you need to grow—from clinical mastery to leadership opportunities within long‑term care settings. You’ll be part of a network that believes in balancing meaningful work with personal well‑being, ensuring you can sustain long, fulfilling careers in healthcare.
If you’re ready to apply, seize this exciting chance to join a company that values your expertise, offers meaningful growth opportunities, and supports you every step of the way. Apply now to begin a rewarding journey as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Long-Term Care, contributing to the health and happiness of residents while exploring Colorado’s remarkable landscapes and the broader scope of nursing across the U.S. This is your moment to make an impact, expand your horizons, and advance your career in a role designed for purpose and progression. 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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