Licensed Practical Nurse (Local Only)
Roswell, New Mexico
Staffing partner
LPN
Still listed, seen last week · Posted Aug 17
- Hours a week
- 36
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 36 hours
- Term
- Local Contract
- Accepts
- LPN
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Staffing partner
- Talented Medical Solutions
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
About this role
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Roswell, NM (Local Only)
We’re seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a local contract in Roswell, New Mexico. This role offers guaranteed hours and flexible contract lengths, making it a great opportunity for local nurses looking for short-term stability.
Position Details
Location: Roswell, NM
Schedule
Guaranteed 36 hours per week
Contract Length: 5 or 7 weeks Type: Local (not travel)
Requirements
Active LPN License (New Mexico or Compact)
BLS certification (required)
Minimum 1 year of recent LPN experience preferred
Must meet pre-employment credentialing requirements (background check, drug screen, etc.)
Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care under the supervision of RNs and physicians
Administer medications and monitor for side effects
Assist with patient assessments, vital signs, and routine procedures
Support daily patient needs and coordinate with the care team
Document patient care accurately and timely according to policy
Maintain a safe and supportive environment for patients and staff
Highlights
Guaranteed 36 hours weekly
Flexible contract options (5 or 7 weeks)
Opportunity to support patients in a local community healthcare setting
Why Roswell?
Roswell is known for more than its UFO history — it offers a welcoming community, affordable cost of living, and plenty of local charm. While on assignment, you can:
Explore the Roswell Museum and International UFO Museum
Enjoy outdoor adventures with hiking, biking, and nearby state parks
Experience a tight-knit community with small-town hospitality
Take weekend trips to Santa Fe, Albuquerque, or Carlsbad Caverns
#Workwolf
Sourced from Talented Medical Solutions’ careers page.
Requirements
- Active LPN License (New Mexico or Compact)
- BLS certification (required)
- Minimum 1 year of recent LPN experience preferred
- Must meet pre-employment credentialing requirements (background check, drug screen, etc.)
Place
- City
- Roswell, New Mexico
- Median rent
- $876/mo
- Local household income
- $51,583/yr
- State price level
- 8% below the national average
- Address
- Roswell, NM, USA
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
New Mexico index 92.2, where 100 is the national average.
Roswell sits in southeastern New Mexico's high desert, a small city forever linked to the 1947 UFO incident that still shapes its quirky downtown alien shops and museums. For nurses seeking a quiet desert lifestyle with a touch of the surreal, it's a one-of-a-kind place to call home.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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Talented Medical Solutions is a healthcare staffing agency that places nurses and allied health professionals in contract and travel assignments across multiple states. Based on job postings, they have a significant volume of open positions — Indeed lists approximately 2,317…
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