Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care Job

Travel assignment starting 09/29/2026 for 13 weeks in Bethel, Alaska.

About the Role

Work in a long-term care healthcare setting providing patient care and supporting nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care to all patients within the scope of practice, respecting patient rights and dignity.
• Collaborate with nursing staff; assist in stocking rooms and completing checklists; help with ordering medical supplies as needed.
• Screen calls over the phone and, when necessary, assist mid-level clinicians after hours.
• Apply age-specific considerations and cultural sensitivity in patient care across the lifespan.
• Maintain competency, adapt to assigned areas, and support the mission of the health system.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate from an accredited school for LPNs or LVNs.
• Licenses: Current Alaska LPN license in good standing; current Alaska RN license in good standing.
• Certifications: Current CPR certification (BCLS); current BLS.
• Experience: New graduates accepted; preferred one year hospital experience.
• Additional: All travelers must show proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination; ability to pass and maintain position-specific competencies; IV certification (preferred); Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification (preferred).

Pay

Weekly pay: $1,296–$1,364 per week. Guaranteed hours: 32 per week.

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

Benefits

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support.
• Dedicated support throughout the assignment.
• Extension opportunities.
• Fast credentialing.
• Guaranteed hours as listed.
• Nationwide assignments (where available).

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.

Our goal is to match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay. We focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process, including competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns, fast credentialing support, dedicated recruiters, and 24/7 support while you are on assignment.