Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job

Job Description

Job DescriptionIntroduction
Step into a pivotal role as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Long-Term Care, where every shift offers a tangible opportunity to enrich the lives of residents and their families. This travel-focused assignment invites you to bring your bedside skill, compassion, and clinical judgment to diverse care teams, shaping comfort, safety, and quality of life for aging adults. This is more than a job—it's a platform for professional growth across varied settings and communities, backed by a robust support network designed to help you thrive on the road. As you consider this opportunity, imagine exploring the scenic landscapes of New York and beyond—the Hudson Valley’s gentle beauty, the Finger Lakes’ sparkling shores, and the Adirondack skies. In Waterloo, you’ll find a welcoming community atmosphere with easy access to outdoor recreation, local events, and regional cuisine that make each assignment feel like a discovery. This role is your chance to make meaningful care connections while embracing new places and people.

Location Benefits
The assignment centers in New York, Waterloo, offering the sure-footed blend of intimate community care and proximity to larger regional hubs. You’ll experience the warmth of close-knit facilities focused on long-term resident well-being, while also appreciating the advantages of travel that lets you work across multiple sites to broaden your clinical perspective. The opportunity to travel to various locations across the United States means you’ll encounter a wide spectrum of care models, patient needs, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Expect exposure to diverse memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing environments, each with its own workflow and culture. Beyond professional growth, travel enriches your personal life with access to iconic state parks, waterfronts, cultural experiences, and new culinary scenes. Waterloo’s neighborhood charm pairs with New York’s dynamic regions to provide a well-rounded backdrop for a fulfilling assignment.

Role Specifics and Benefits
Responsibilities and growth:
- Deliver high-quality, person-centered care to residents in long-term care settings, including assistance with activities of daily living, mobility support, and comfort measures, while maintaining dignity and independence.
- Administer medications per facility policy and state regulations, perform routine assessments, monitor vital signs, manage wound care, and recognize changes in condition to escalate promptly to the supervising clinician.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and refine individualized care plans, participate in rounds, document accurately in electronic health records, and ensure seamless communication with residents, families, and physicians.
- Promote safety, infection control, and fall-prevention protocols; support rehabilitation goals, restorative therapies, and palliative care principles where appropriate; educate residents and families about care plans and healthy aging strategies.
- Embrace leadership opportunities as you gain experience, including mentoring new staff, serving as a clinical resource, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives within the facility.

Benefits and support:
- Competitive compensation with a weekly pay range of $1,455-$1,554, reflecting the value you bring to a high-demand specialty.
- A sign-on bonus and housing assistance to ease transition and support stable lodging during the assignment.
- Extension opportunities that recognize your reliability, skill, and adaptability across different sites.
- Comprehensive travel support, including onboarding, credentialing assistance, and the logistics of moving between assignments, with 24/7 support available while you travel with the company.
- Flexible scheduling aligned with the needs of long-term care residents and your personal plans, recognizing that guaranteed hours are not provided for this assignment (0.0 guaranteed hours).

Company values and environment:
- The company is committed to empowering its staff, offering clear pathways for career advancement, ongoing education, and a supportive, respectful work environment where your contributions are recognized and growth is encouraged. You’ll find a culture that prioritizes safety, compassion, professional integrity, and collaborative problem-solving as core tenets of daily practice.

Additional notes:
- Start Date: December 9, 2025, with an assignment duration described in weeks, designed to fit your availability and career goals.
- Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary; final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Call to Action
If you’re a compassionate LPN with a passion for geriatric care and a desire to develop your expertise across diverse long-term care settings, apply today. Join a company that values your professional contributions, supports your growth, and helps you explore new places while making a meaningful impact on residents’ lives. This is your invitation to advance your career, experience the richness of New York’s communities, and lead with care on every shift. Ready to embark on this rewarding journey? Apply now and let your nursing leadership shine across the long-term care landscape.

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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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