Travel RN: Geriatric LTC Clinician in Dubuque

Healthforce; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) with a focus on Long-Term Care to support a day-shift contract in Dubuque, Iowa.

You will lead resident care, manage chronic conditions, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comfort, dignity, and clinical well-being in a skilled nursing setting.

Active Iowa RN license, BLS, 1–2 years LTC experience, and proficiency with EHR are required; travel nursing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• ADN or BSN from an accredited program.
• Iowa RN license (or valid Compact / Multi-State) and BLS.
• 1–2 years RN experience in LTC/SNF/geriatric setting.
• Proficiency with EHR and digital care coordination platforms.
• BSN and CGN or gerontology certification; travel nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments.
• Administer medications per physician orders and protocols.
• Perform wound care and skin integrity assessments.
• Lead and implement individualized care plans with the care team.
• Deliver rapid response and escalate acute changes to providers/families.
• Maintain timely, compliant documentation in the EHR.
• Educate residents and families about disease, meds, and discharge plans.

Skills

Geriatric care

Medication administration

Care coordination

Documentation in EHR

Education

ADN/BSN

Tools

EHR systems

Care coordination platforms

Job description

Healthforce is seeking a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) with a focus on Long-Term Care to support a day-shift contract in Dubuque, Iowa.

You will lead resident care, manage chronic conditions, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comfort, dignity, and clinical well-being in a skilled nursing setting.

Active Iowa RN license, BLS, 1–2 years LTC experience, and proficiency with EHR are required; travel nursing experience is a plus.