Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Long Term Care

Healthforce • New York, NY

10d • $1,623 - $1,723 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Travel Registered Nurse specializing in Long-Term Care for a day-shift contract in Dubuque, Iowa. The nurse will lead resident care, manage chronic health conditions, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support the comfort, dignity, and clinical well-being of older adults in a skilled nursing environment. The role calls for an adaptable travel nurse who values clear communication, clinical precision, and resident advocacy.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.
• Active, unrestricted Iowa RN license or a valid Compact/Multi-State RN license.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; American Heart Association certification is preferred.
• Minimum 1–2 years of recent clinical RN experience in Long-Term Care (LTC), a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), or a geriatric setting.
• Experience managing chronic diseases and conducting complex geriatric assessments.
• Hands-on proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) and digital care coordination platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Certified Gerontological Nurse (CGN) or related gerontology credential.
• Prior travel nursing experience.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and detect subtle changes in residents’ health status.
• Administer oral, topical, and IV medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
• Perform advanced wound care, dressing changes, and skin integrity assessments to help prevent pressure injuries.
• Lead and implement individualized care plans in coordination with attending physicians, physical and occupational therapists, and social workers.
• Respond rapidly to acute changes in residents’ conditions and escalate them promptly to medical providers and families.
• Maintain timely, objective, and compliant documentation in the facility’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Educate residents and family members about disease processes, medications, and discharge or transition plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree