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Travel Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Job

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Alturas, California

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This role comes through Healthforce, a staffing partner, so ask which facility you would land in.

Posted Aug 31

Shift and hours
36 hours a week
Unit and setting
ICU · Hospital
License
LPN licenseCalifornia license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Term
13 weeks · starts Sep 8, 2026 · Travel

Do you qualify?

License
California license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Check your license
Certification
Current BLS/CPR certification
Also asks
Good physical health and stamina; ability to walk, bend, lift; dexterity for patient care
Also asks
Proficient English communication (verbal and written)
Also asks
Dependable with a history of good attendance; able to respond effectively in emergency situations
Also asks
Interest in continuing education and participation in in-service training

What it pays

Benefits

  • Referral program
  • Housing assistance
  • Referral bonus up to $1,000
  • 24/7 recruiter and travel support

The role and schedule

Charge
Charge shifts are part of the role

The workplace

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Staffing partner
Staffing partner
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Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

On your path

ICU / Critical Care is a specialty you move into. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.

Original listing

Posted on Healthforce’s careers page.

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Overview Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Travel, Alturas, CA. Start date 09/08/2026 for a 13-week assignment. Weekly pay is $1,717–$1,790, with guaranteed 36 hours per week. Shift: Any. Setting: hospital-based travel assignment.

Key Highlights

  • Weekly pay: $1,717–$1,790 per week
  • Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
  • Contract duration: 13 weeks
  • Start date: 09/08/2026
  • Shift: Any
  • Location/setting: Alturas, CA; hospital travel assignment

Responsibilities

  • Conduct individualized patient assessments and document findings; notify the Charge Nurse or MD of abnormal findings.
  • Develop an individualized plan of care in collaboration with the healthcare team; perform treatments as ordered.
  • Administer medications and perform common nursing procedures (e.g., EKGs, blood draws, IV starts) with accuracy; maintain organized, clean work spaces; ensure patient hydration.
  • Provide patient and family education; document responses to nursing interventions and progress toward goals; protect patient confidentiality.
  • Respond to emergencies per facility protocols; coordinate timely transfers and procedures; communicate with physicians, families, and other departments as needed.

Requirements

  • California license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Current BLS/CPR certification
  • Good physical health and stamina; ability to walk, bend, lift; dexterity for patient care
  • Proficient English communication (verbal and written)
  • Dependable with a history of good attendance; able to respond effectively in emergency situations
  • Interest in continuing education and participation in in-service training

Benefits and Support

  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Guaranteed hours
  • Housing assistance
  • Extension opportunities
  • Fast credentialing
  • 24/7 recruiter and travel support
  • Nationwide assignments
  • Referral bonus up to $1,000
  • Dedicated support throughout the assignment

Find more opportunities Healthforce Healthcare LLC invites you to explore other openings available at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Pay disclaimer

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities. 6YJkXpzyh6

What's around it?

In Alturas, CA

Alturas, CAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% above the US average

Median rent
$833/mo
Household income
$59,896/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Alturas, CA

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