I would continue to work at the LTC facility but start looking in other areas. I don't know what area you live in but you might check for positions at your local VA medical center or possibly in...
My first job as an LPN was 3 yrs ago at a LTC facility in Charles Town, WV. I started off at $15/hr but got a raise to $18/hr within 2 months. I just relocated to Nevada and got a job in corrections....