Local Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Albuquerque, NM
- Hours a week
- 36 hrs a week
- Contract
- 13-week contract
Posted Aug 17
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 36 hours
- Term
- 13 weeks · Local Contract
- Setting
- Home Health
- Accepts
- LPN
- Experience
- 1+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- NM nursing median $1,860/week
NM nursing postings that state pay run $1,160/week to $2,390/week, the middle half $1,600/week to $2,150/week, across 399 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
We’re seeking a dependable and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a local contract assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This is a great opportunity to provide excellent patient care while staying close to home.
Position Details
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Schedule
36 hours per week (guaranteed)
Contract Length: 13 weeks (with possible extension)
Requirements
Active LPN License (New Mexico)
Current BLS certification
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 an RN or physician
Administer medications and monitor patient responses
Document care and update patient records accurately
Support patients with daily living activities and mobility needs
Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality outcomes
Highlights
Local contract (not travel)
36 guaranteed hours per week
Competitive compensation
Supportive team environment
Why Albuquerque?
Set against the Sandia Mountains, Albuquerque offers a unique blend of Southwestern culture and outdoor adventure. While on assignment, you can:
Explore the historic Old Town and thriving arts scene
Experience authentic Southwestern cuisine
Hike desert trails or ride the Sandia Peak Tramway
Enjoy the famous International Balloon Fiesta and year-round sunshine
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Requirements
- Active LPN License (New Mexico)
- Current BLS certification
- 1+ year of recent LPN experience preferred
- Must meet pre-employment credentialing requirements (background check, drug screen, etc.)
Place
- City
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Median rent
- $1,145/mo
- Local household income
- $68,317/yr
- Metro price level
- 4% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Albuquerque area index 95.5, where 100 is the national average.
Nestled in the high desert along the Rio Grande, Albuquerque blends Southwestern culture with a sunny, four-season climate. The Sandia Mountains frame the skyline to the east, while historic Old Town offers adobe architecture and local shops. A relaxed pace and diverse medical facilities make it an appealing option for nurses seeking a distinctive Southwestern lifestyle.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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Worth asking
We can’t answer these from the listing we have. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.
- 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?