Travel Nurse RN - Long-Term Acute Care in Hilo, HI

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Hilo
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Long-Term Acute Care Location: Hilo, HI Agency: Ambition 24Hours Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 15 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Ambition 24Hours to find a qualified LTAC RN in Hilo, Hawaii, 96720! Job Title: Registered Nurse Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Job Location: Hilo, HI Working Hours: Variable Shifts (36 hours/week after orientation; flexibility required) Department: Transitional Care Unit (TCU) / Med-Surg Adult Position Type: Contract 13 Weeks Start Date: 1/26/2026 Position summary The Registered Nurse in the Transitional Care Unit provides direct nursing care to adult patients requiring continued recovery and rehabilitation following acute illness or surgery. This role focuses on individualized care planning, complex equipment management, and coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Key responsibilities Provide direct nursing care to TCU patients in accordance with hospital standards, policies, and protocols. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans. Manage and monitor medical equipment including wound vacs, chest tubes, NG/G-tubes, tracheostomies, and PICC/PORT lines. Administer medications and treatments accurately using Pyxis and Meditech/EPIC EMR systems to support safe medication management and documentation. Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other team members to ensure continuity of care and safe transitions. Float to Med-Surg and Surgical Pediatrics units as required, based on patient census and staffing needs. Maintain accurate, timely documentation and comply with hospital policies, infection control, and patient safety standards. Required qualifications & skills Active Hawaii RN License (must be obtained prior to assignment start). Minimum 2 years of recent acute care nursing experience (up to 10 years accepted), preferably in TCU, Med-Surg, or step-down. Current BLS/BCLS certification (ACLS not required unless agency-mandated). Proficiency with Meditech or EPIC EMR systems and standard acute care nursing equipment. Ability to work variable shifts with no guaranteed hours or specific shift preference; flexibility with weekends and holidays. Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment. Core competencies Transitional and medical-surgical nursing expertise across adult patient populations. Patient safety, infection prevention, and quality-focused care. Effective communication, patient/family education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Time management and adaptability in variable, census-driven scheduling. Professionalism, accountability, and adherence to regulatory and hospital standards. Position details Contract length: 13 weeks, 36 hours/week after orientation. Setting: Transitional Care Unit with float to Med-Surg and Surgical Pediatrics as needed. Nurse-to-patient ratios and unit resources aligned with typical TCU/Med-Surg environments. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. Embrace the nomadic lifestyle with pride, celebrating the uniqueness and diversity of each assignment. The sense of adventure and pride in being a healthcare nomad adds a distinctive dimension to your career. In some assignments, travel nurses may have opportunities to participate in health education initiatives, promoting preventive care and wellness in the community. Travel nurses can bring fresh perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and overall healthcare quality. Travel nursing provides a level of professional autonomy. While adhering to facility policies, you have the opportunity to work independently and contribute your expertise to different teams. 29340831EXPTEMP

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