Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job

Step into a rewarding journey as a Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in Long-Term Care, with a compelling multi-week travel assignment in Jackson, New Jersey. Beginning December 1, 2025, this opportunity invites you to leverage your hands-on nursing expertise to elevate daily living for residents who deserve comfort, dignity, and personalized care. In this role, your clinical judgment, compassionate presence, and practical nursing skills will be at the heart of building trust with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams. You’ll have the chance to make a tangible impact on quality of life while expanding your professional repertoire across diverse long-term care settings. And as you explore New Jersey, you’ll also enjoy the possibility of experiencing beautiful places the state has to offer—from serene parks and quiet shorelines to vibrant urban moments—creating a balanced life on and off the floor. This is more than a job; it’s a pathway to growth, purpose, and renewed passion for geriatric care.

Location Benefits : Jackson, New Jersey, combines a welcoming community atmosphere with convenient access to larger regional hubs. Working here places you in a setting that values stability, patient-centered care, and collaborative practice. You’ll find opportunities to engage with a varied geriatric population, refining assessment skills, and care coordination across units. Beyond the facility walls, New Jersey offers outdoor beauty and cultural richness—multiple parks, trails, farms, and easy weekend trips to beaches or historic towns. For the adventurous, this program also provides the option to experience assignments across the U.S., enabling you to immerse yourself in different care models and facility cultures while building a broad, marketable skill set. The travel element comes with comprehensive support, ensuring you’re never alone on the road. While you’ll begin in Jackson, you’ll have access to extension opportunities and assignments at other facilities that complement your professional goals and personal preferences. Embrace the chance to serve a diverse resident population, learn from seasoned teams, and enjoy the advantages of a location that blends community warmth with regional accessibility.

Role Specifics and Benefits : In this long-term care nursing role, you’ll provide hands-on care under the supervision of RNs and physicians, supporting activities of daily living, medication administration, wound care, and routine clinical assessments. You’ll contribute to individualized care plans, monitor changes in condition, participate in pain management strategies, and assist with activities of daily living to promote independence and dignity. Documentation and accurate charting will be essential, as you collaborate with the care team to ensure safe transitions and timely communication with families. You’ll act as a patient advocate, recognizing cognitive or physical changes and escalating concerns promptly. This assignment emphasizes professional growth within geriatric care, offering opportunities to deepen clinical expertise, expand knowledge of long-term care regulations, and refine care coordination with multidisciplinary teams. Benefits include a competitive weekly pay range of $1,328 to $1,367, a potential sign-on bonus, and housing assistance to ease relocation and travel logistics. The role includes extension opportunities, enabling you to build continuity with facilities you prefer and to expand your clinical footprint. You’ll receive dedicated, 24 / 7 support from the traveling company as you move between assignments, ensuring you have access to resources, guidance, and problem-solving help whenever you need it. It’s important to note that there are no guaranteed hours on this assignment; scheduling will be determined by each facility. This structure allows flexibility within a framework designed to optimize your experience, workload, and professional development across settings while you gain varied exposure to long-term care challenges and solutions.

Company Values : Our partners are committed to empowering staff, prioritizing professional development, and cultivating a supportive work environment. You’ll encounter mentorship programs, ongoing education opportunities, and clear pathways for career advancement within geriatric nursing. The organization emphasizes safe, respectful workplaces, open communication, and recognition of your contributions to resident wellbeing. You’ll join teams that value collaboration, integrity, and compassion, where every nurse plays a key role in shaping resident outcomes and sustaining a culture of excellence. The shared objective is to elevate your confidence, broaden your clinical toolkit, and help you realize your long-term career goals in long-term care while you travel and grow.

Call to Action : If you’re energized by the prospect of delivering compassionate, high-quality care to older adults and eager to expand your experience in a supportive, nationwide network, apply now. This multi-week travel opportunity in Jackson, NJ, is your platform to advance professionally, experience new communities, and contribute meaningfully to residents’ lives. Ready to start on December 1, 2025, and chart a path that blends clinical excellence with personal growth? Click apply, attach your licensure and credentials, and take the next step toward joining a company that values your expertise, rewards your dedication, and backs you with 24 / 7 support and practical resources.

Note : The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing

TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection

ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay
• Fast credentialing
• 24 / 7 recruiter & clinical support
• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus

Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement

TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.