Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Long Term Care

HealthForce Healthcare; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Long-Term Care (LTC) for an immediate day-shift contract in Dubuque, Iowa. The role leads resident care, manages chronic conditions, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to support comfort, dignity, and clinical well-being in a skilled nursing setting.

Ideal candidates hold ADN or BSN, Iowa RN license or compact license, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor of Nursing degree from an accredited program.
• Active Iowa RN license or valid Compact / Multi-State license.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and monitor resident health status.
• Administer medications per orders and facility protocols (oral/topical/IV).
• Perform advanced wound care and skin integrity assessments.
• Lead care plans with physicians, therapists, and social workers.
• Deliver rapid response and escalate acute changes to providers and families.
• Maintain timely, compliant documentation in the facility’s EHR system.
• Educate residents and families on disease processes, medications, and discharge/transition plans.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Geriatric care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EHR documentation

IV medication administration

Education

ADN or BSN

Tools

EHR systems

Care coordination platforms

Job description

Location

Dubuque, IA

Shift

Days

Pay

$1,622.80 per week

Job Type

Full-time, Contract / Travel

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Long-Term Care (LTC) for an immediate day-shift contract in Dubuque, Iowa. In this role, you 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.

If you are an adaptable travel nurse who thrives in geriatric care and values clear communication, clinical precision, and resident advocacy, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and detect subtle changes in resident health status
• Administer oral, topical, and IV medications in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols
• Perform advanced wound care, dressing changes, and skin integrity assessments to prevent pressure injuries
• Lead and implement individualized care plans in close coordination with attending physicians, physical/occupational therapists, and social workers
• Deliver rapid response and elevate acute condition changes to medical providers and families promptly
• Maintain timely, objective, and compliant documentation in the facility’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
• Provide clear, empathetic education to residents and family members regarding disease processes, medications, and discharge/transition plans

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program

Licensure & Certifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in the State of Iowa (or a valid Compact / Multi-State RN license)
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 1–2 years of recent clinical RN experience in a Long-Term Care (LTC), Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), or geriatric setting
• Proven background in chronic disease management and complex geriatric assessment
• Hands‑on proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) and digital care coordination platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Certified Gerontological Nurse (CGN) or related gerontology credential
• Prior travel nursing experience