Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse for a long-term care (LTC) travel assignment in Dubuque, Iowa, United States. Start date 09/14/2026 for a weeks-long assignment with weekly pay between $1,733 and $1,839 and guaranteed 40 hours per week. Shift: Any Shift. Setting: LTC - Nursing Home. This is a temporary travel assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,733–$1,839 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: Weeks (travel assignment)
- Shift: Any Shift
- Start date: 09/14/2026
- Setting: Long-term care (LTC) – Nursing Home

Responsibilities
- Provide direct, compassionate nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting, including medication administration, treatments, and routine assessments.
- Monitor and document residents’ conditions, vital signs, and response to interventions; report changes promptly to the care team.
- Develop and participate in resident-centered care plans in collaboration with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary staff.
- Ensure accurate medication administration, charting, dosing verification, and adherence to regulatory standards and safety protocols.
- Support residents with activities of daily living, fall prevention strategies, wound care, and infection control practices; respond to emergencies per organizational policy.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation in the electronic health record and uphold privacy, dignity, and ethical standards in care delivery.

Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license to practice nursing
- Prior nursing experience in long-term care or geriatric settings preferred
- Ability to work any shift and commit to 40 hours per week
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team
- Ability to adapt quickly to a fast-paced travel assignment and comply with regulatory requirements

Benefits and Support
- Benefits and assignment details discussed during the hiring process
- Ongoing support from a dedicated travel recruiter throughout the assignment
- Final compensation and hours to be confirmed during the hiring process

Find more opportunities
Find more opportunities: If this assignment isn’t a fit, you can view additional registered nurse LTC travel openings at Healthforce Healthcare LLC here: https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

PAY DISCLAIMER RULE
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.