Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Bloomfield, New Mexico
Start Date: 01-05-2026
End Date: 03-15-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Tuesday-Thursday, 5:00 PM - 5:30 AM NOC (overnight, 12.5-hour shifts)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $38 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, hands-on nursing care to residents during overnight shifts
- Administer medications and treatments accurately according to orders and facility policy
- Perform timely patient assessments and report changes to the interdisciplinary team
- Document care clearly and thoroughly in the resident record
- Support resident mobility, safety, and comfort while promoting dignity
- Collaborate with CNAs, therapists, and physicians to deliver coordinated care
- Participate in shift handoffs to ensure continuity of care
Qualifications
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credential in good standing
- Experience in long-term care or rehab settings preferred (travel LPN experience a plus)
- Comfortable and reliable working overnight shifts (5:00 PM - 5:30 AM)
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification preferred or willing to obtain
- Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a team-first attitude
Education
- Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
- High school diploma or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
- Patient assessment and monitoring during overnight hours
- Medication administration and documentation best practices
- Familiarity with infection control and safety protocols
- Skilled at supporting activities of daily living and resident comfort
- Clear verbal and written communication with care teams and families
- Time management and prioritization in busy clinical settings
- Comfort using electronic medical records and standard clinical documentation
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to help you feel at home during your assignment
- Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
- 401K retirement savings plan so you can plan for the future
- Life insurance for peace of mind
- Paid time off to recharge between assignments
- Travel reimbursement and logistics support to make relocation easy
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to streamline credentialing
- Referral program — earn rewards for bringing great clinicians to the team
- A supportive team and leadership that truly values your contributions
Travel Perks: Explore Bloomfield, New Mexico
Bloomfield, NM is a great home base for outdoor exploration. Enjoy nearby Aztec Ruins National Monument for a dose of history and archaeology, paddle or fish at Navajo Lake State Park, and explore the otherworldly Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness for stunning rock formations. Take short drives to Farmington for local dining and events, or plan a weekend trip to Four Corners or Durango, CO for additional outdoor recreation and sightseeing.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Licensed Practical Nurse? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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