Travel Registered Nurse LTC Job
Chariton, IA
Contracted
Lucas County Health Center
Mid Level
Embark on a purpose-driven journey as a Registered Nurse specializing in Long-Term Care, a travel opportunity designed to elevate patient care across communities in Iowa and, periodically, across the United States. This role places you at the heart of compassionate geriatric support, where your clinical excellence, empathy, and collaborative spirit can transform daily living for residents who depend on skilled hands and thoughtful, person-centered care. You’ll begin your assignment on 01/23/2026, with 36 guaranteed hours each week and a weekly pay range of $1,926 to $1,981, reflecting the value you bring to our LTC teams. As you build trust with residents, families, and interdisciplinary colleagues, you’ll experience the satisfaction of guiding care plans, optimizing comfort, and improving outcomes in dynamic long-term care environments. In your downtime, you can explore Iowa’s scenic beauty and cultural charm: rolling farmland that paints a peaceful horizon, quiet rivers and state parks that invite reflection and renewal, and the historic and charming touches of towns where neighbors greet you by name. The state’s diverse landscapes and friendly communities complement a career that blends rigorous clinical practice with meaningful human connection, making your assignments not just professional experiences but chapters of personal growth.
Location Benefits: Chariton, IA offers a welcoming, close-knit community with convenient access to everyday amenities, safe neighborhoods, and outdoor recreation that helps maintain balance between demanding clinical responsibilities and well-deserved downtime. The region’s approachable pace enables you to focus on delivering high-quality bedside care while enjoying meaningful connections with residents and colleagues. If you crave variety, our program also provides the opportunity to work in different locations across the U.S., exposing you to diverse facility cultures, patient populations, and clinical challenges. Whether you rotate through rural communities or more populous settings during extended contracts, you’ll broaden your clinical perspective, refine your assessment skills, and collaborate with fresh teams, all while experiencing the unique opportunities each location offers—from community engagement to new dining, cultural experiences, and local events that celebrate the communities you serve.
Role Specifics and Benefits: Your LTC RN role centers on comprehensive geriatric care within long-term care facilities. Key responsibilities include performing thorough initial and ongoing resident assessments, developing, implementing, and updating individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary team, administering medications and treatments safely and accurately, monitoring vital signs and laboratory results, managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease, preventing falls and ensuring safe mobility, delivering wound care and hygiene support, and coordinating with therapists, social workers, activity coordinators, and families to promote holistic well-being. You’ll document care meticulously in electronic health records, ensure regulatory compliance, and participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at elevating resident outcomes and experience. The role also offers pathways for professional growth: precepting new nurses, serving as a charge nurse on designated shifts, and pursuing specialty credentials in geriatrics, wound care, or palliative care. To support your career trajectory, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes a sign-on bonus, housing assistance, and the potential for contract extensions that provide continuity for you and the residents you serve. Our travel nursing program is designed to balance professional challenges with personal stability, featuring guaranteed hours, predictable weekly pay, and structured orientation to ease transition into new facilities. Most importantly, you’ll receive comprehensive, 24/7 support from our dedicated team while traveling with the company, including access to clinical leads, travel coordinators, and safety specialists who understand LTC environments and the complexities of caring for older adults with multifaceted needs. With robust support in place, you’ll navigate changes in assignment, facility procedures, and evolving resident needs with confidence and calm.
Company Values: Our organization is committed to empowering staff through clear pathways for career advancement, mentorship, and a culture of respect, safety, and collaboration. We invest in your professional development, offering ongoing education, leadership opportunities, and recognition for excellence in patient care. Our supportive work environment places residents at the center while honoring the well-being and growth of every nurse, ensuring you have the tools and encouragement to pursue new competencies, assume greater responsibilities, and contribute meaningfully to the quality of life for those you serve. By prioritizing open communication, ethical practice, and a team-driven approach, we strive to create a community where your expertise is valued, your voice matters, and your professional journey is nurtured at every stage.
Call to Action: If you’re ready to join a company that values your expertise, invests in your professional development, and supports you every step of the way, apply now to embark on a journey that blends impactful clinical work with personal growth. This LTC travel RN opportunity starts on 01/23/2026, with 36 guaranteed hours per week and a weekly pay of $1,926 to $1,981, offering a rewarding pathway across diverse facilities and communities. We understand the importance of a good fit, so please note that hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Seize this exciting chance to broaden your practice, impact residents’ lives, and advance your career within a supportive, values-driven organization.
Location Benefits: Chariton, IA offers a welcoming, close-knit community with convenient access to everyday amenities, safe neighborhoods, and outdoor recreation that helps maintain balance between demanding clinical responsibilities and well-deserved downtime. The region’s approachable pace enables you to focus on delivering high-quality bedside care while enjoying meaningful connections with residents and colleagues. If you crave variety, our program also provides the opportunity to work in different locations across the U.S., exposing you to diverse facility cultures, patient populations, and clinical challenges. Whether you rotate through rural communities or more populous settings during extended contracts, you’ll broaden your clinical perspective, refine your assessment skills, and collaborate with fresh teams, all while experiencing the unique opportunities each location offers—from community engagement to new dining, cultural experiences, and local events that celebrate the communities you serve.
Role Specifics and Benefits: Your LTC RN role centers on comprehensive geriatric care within long-term care facilities. Key responsibilities include performing thorough initial and ongoing resident assessments, developing, implementing, and updating individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary team, administering medications and treatments safely and accurately, monitoring vital signs and laboratory results, managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease, preventing falls and ensuring safe mobility, delivering wound care and hygiene support, and coordinating with therapists, social workers, activity coordinators, and families to promote holistic well-being. You’ll document care meticulously in electronic health records, ensure regulatory compliance, and participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at elevating resident outcomes and experience. The role also offers pathways for professional growth: precepting new nurses, serving as a charge nurse on designated shifts, and pursuing specialty credentials in geriatrics, wound care, or palliative care. To support your career trajectory, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes a sign-on bonus, housing assistance, and the potential for contract extensions that provide continuity for you and the residents you serve. Our travel nursing program is designed to balance professional challenges with personal stability, featuring guaranteed hours, predictable weekly pay, and structured orientation to ease transition into new facilities. Most importantly, you’ll receive comprehensive, 24/7 support from our dedicated team while traveling with the company, including access to clinical leads, travel coordinators, and safety specialists who understand LTC environments and the complexities of caring for older adults with multifaceted needs. With robust support in place, you’ll navigate changes in assignment, facility procedures, and evolving resident needs with confidence and calm.
Company Values: Our organization is committed to empowering staff through clear pathways for career advancement, mentorship, and a culture of respect, safety, and collaboration. We invest in your professional development, offering ongoing education, leadership opportunities, and recognition for excellence in patient care. Our supportive work environment places residents at the center while honoring the well-being and growth of every nurse, ensuring you have the tools and encouragement to pursue new competencies, assume greater responsibilities, and contribute meaningfully to the quality of life for those you serve. By prioritizing open communication, ethical practice, and a team-driven approach, we strive to create a community where your expertise is valued, your voice matters, and your professional journey is nurtured at every stage.
Call to Action: If you’re ready to join a company that values your expertise, invests in your professional development, and supports you every step of the way, apply now to embark on a journey that blends impactful clinical work with personal growth. This LTC travel RN opportunity starts on 01/23/2026, with 36 guaranteed hours per week and a weekly pay of $1,926 to $1,981, offering a rewarding pathway across diverse facilities and communities. We understand the importance of a good fit, so please note that hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Seize this exciting chance to broaden your practice, impact residents’ lives, and advance your career within a supportive, values-driven organization.
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TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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