Local Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Albuquerque, NM
Healthcare employer
Albuquerque, NM
Posted Aug 17
- Hours a week
- 36
- Contract
- 13 weeks
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 36 hours
- Term
- 13 weeks · Travel
- Accepts
- LPN
- Experience
- 1+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
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, NM
- Median rent
- $1,145/mo
- Local household income
- $68,317/yr
- Metro price level
- 4% below the national average
- Address
- Albuquerque, NM, USA
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
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.
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