Job Description
Step into the role of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) specializing in compassionate patient care, and discover a travel opportunity that lets you shape outcomes while you explore new horizons. This LPN assignment in Utica, New York, is designed for professionals who blend clinical precision with a warm, patient‑centered approach. As you bring essential nursing skills to diverse clinical teams, you’ll have the chance to impact lives, mentor colleagues, and grow within the LPN specialty. Start date is February 9, 2026, with multiweek assignments that adapt to your schedule and professional goals. Our program welcomes your expertise, whether you’re stepping into a hospital, long‑term care setting, or community clinic, and you’ll be supported every step of the way as you expand your practice across the country.
Utica sits in the heart of New York’s Mohawk Valley, where history, culture, and natural beauty converge. This region offers vibrant neighborhoods, thriving arts scenes, and easy access to outdoor adventures. You can savor local cuisine, stroll historic district streets, or escape to nearby mountains and lakes for weekend explorations. Beyond Utica, the state’s scenic splendor awaits—from the foothills of the Adirondacks to the Finger Lakes wine country and the storied canal corridors. This assignment not only nurtures your clinical talents but also invites you to reconnect with your own passions and interests as you learn from a wide range of patient populations.
Location benefits extend far beyond Utica. As a traveling LPN, you’ll enjoy flexible schedules that align with patient care needs while offering opportunities to work in varying facilities across the United States. You’ll experience diverse patient populations, different care models, and new interdisciplinary teams, all while maintaining the consistency and confidence that come with your LPN training. The travel lifestyle provides the chance to broaden your professional network, sharpen clinical judgment, and bring best practices from one setting to another. Each assignment includes access to housing support and a competitive weekly pay range—$1,493 to $1,515—so you can plan with confidence and focus on delivering top-tier care. While guaranteed hours are 0.0, you’ll often find flexible, reliable hours that match patient needs and your availability, with the potential for extension opportunities to continue the journey you’ve started.
Role specifics and benefits are tailored to maximize your growth as an LPN. You’ll deliver skilled, compassionate patient care under established supervision, including routine nursing duties such as administering medications, performing vital signs, wound care, and documentation in electronic health records. You’ll monitor patient status, observe for changes, and communicate findings to the care team to ensure timely, safe interventions. You’ll support daily living activities to uphold patients’ dignity and independence, assist with care planning, and participate in care coordination with RNs, physicians, and therapists. Your LPN expertise will shine in clinical settings that demand meticulous technique, strong critical thinking, and excellent communication. In return, you can expect a robust benefits package that includes a signing bonus, housing assistance, and opportunities to extend your contract if you wish to deepen your experience in a given specialty or facility. We also offer ongoing professional development resources to help you broaden your scope within the LPN realm, whether that’s expanding into wound care, geriatric specialties, or care coordination roles.
Comprehensive support is a cornerstone of our program. You’ll have 24/7 access to dedicated support while traveling with the company, ensuring you’re never navigating a challenge alone. Whether you’re adjusting to a new facility, navigating shift changes, or coordinating with travel logistics, we’re there to assist you. Our approach is designed to empower you to focus on delivering high‑quality care, while we take care of the operational details. In addition to immediate support, you’ll benefit from a culture that values your contributions, promotes teamwork, and encourages a proactive approach to career advancement. We are committed to creating a supportive environment where your professional goals are recognized and nurtured, with opportunities to progressively take on more responsibility and leadership within the LPN pathway.
Company values center on empowerment, growth, and a collaborative, respectful workplace. We recognize that skilled LPNs are the backbone of patient care, and our mission is to accelerate your career trajectory while maintaining the personal satisfaction of meaningful, hands‑on nursing. You’ll join a community that respects your time, your expertise, and your aspirations, providing mentorship, resources, and pathways to expand your practice as you travel and learn. Our focus on career advancement means you’ll have access to continuing education support, skill development, and incentives aligned with your professional objectives, helping you turn each assignment into a stepping stone toward broader nursing practice.
Ready to embark on a journey that honors your nursing competence and supports your professional development? Apply now to join a company that values your clinical impact, your growth, and your resilience as an LPN. This is your chance to deliver compassionate care across settings, experience the beauty of New York, and connect with a network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence. Please 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. If you’re drawn to multiweek assignments, a dynamic workload, and a supportive travel framework, this opportunity could be your next impactful chapter as an LPN travel professional.
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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.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Contract work, Local area, Immediate start, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,