Travel Nurse RN - Long-Term Care - $1,930 per week in West Point, NE

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: West Point
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Long-Term Care Location: West Point, NE Agency: Magnet Medical Pay: $1,930 per week Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Magnet Medical to find a qualified Long-Term Care RN in West Point, Nebraska, 68788! As a Long Term Care Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide specialized nursing care to residents in long-term care settings, focusing on managing chronic conditions, promoting quality of life, and ensuring the overall well-being of elderly or chronically ill patients. Key Responsibilities: Patient Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' health status, including physical examinations, medication histories, and psychosocial needs. Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, addressing residents' medical, social, and emotional needs. Medication Administration and Management: Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to medication schedules and dosage instructions. Monitor residents for medication side effects, therapeutic responses, and changes in health status, reporting findings to healthcare providers. Wound Care and Chronic Disease Management: Provide wound care, including assessment, cleaning, dressing changes, and monitoring wound healing progress. Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory diseases through ongoing assessment, education, and coordination of care. Patient and Family Education: Educate residents and their families about health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care techniques to promote independence and improve outcomes. Provide guidance on nutrition, exercise, medication management, and lifestyle modifications tailored to residents' needs. Psychosocial Support and Advocacy: Offer emotional support and advocacy for residents, addressing their psychosocial needs and facilitating access to supportive services and resources. Promote a positive living environment that respects residents' dignity, autonomy, and rights. Documentation and Communication: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of nursing assessments, interventions, and resident progress in electronic health records (EHRs). Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, therapists, social workers, and caregivers, to coordinate care plans and ensure continuity of care. Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance: Participate in quality assurance programs, audits, and regulatory compliance activities to uphold standards of care and ensure adherence to state and federal regulations. Implement infection control measures and safety protocols to maintain a safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Care Coordination and Transitional Care: Coordinate care transitions for residents moving between acute care hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, and long-term care settings. Collaborate with discharge planners and community resources to facilitate seamless transitions and optimize continuity of care. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Travel nurses often play crucial roles in responding to healthcare crises or natural disasters. Contributing during critical times allows you to make a meaningful impact on communities in need. Travel nursing assignments often take you to areas with healthcare shortages. Your presence in these communities contributes to filling critical gaps in healthcare services. Travel nursing is a fulfilling adventure. The combination of professional growth, personal enrichment, and the excitement of exploring new places makes it a unique and rewarding career choice. Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS Competency Exam 28883453EXPTEMP

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