World Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Transitional Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Hilo, Hawaii.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Transitional Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days, evenings, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

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Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for a Transitional Care Unit (TCU) contract assignment. The RN will provide high-quality, patient-centered care to adult patients requiring continued medical management and recovery following acute hospitalization. This role requires flexibility, strong clinical skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic care environment.

Contract Details

• Assignment Length: 13-week contract
• Schedule: Varied shifts (TBD)
• Hours: Scheduled 36 hours per week following the first full week of orientation
• Must be flexible with shift lengths and days worked
• No guarantee of hours or shift preference
• Holiday coverage required

Licensure & Compliance Requirements

• Active Hawaii Registered Nurse license required by start of assignment
  • Travelers without an active HI license must apply upon acceptance
• Proof of flu vaccination or an approved medical/religious exemption required prior to assignment
• Must arrive prior to contract start to complete employee health clearance, if applicable

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Transitional Care Unit (TCU)
• Unit Size: 32 beds
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio:
  • Days: 1:8 nurses with 1:6 aides
  • Nights: 1:8 nurses

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult transitional care patients
• Perform patient assessments, care planning, and documentation
• Manage and monitor medical equipment and devices
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Maintain compliance with safety standards, policies, and procedures

Equipment & Skills

• EMR systems: Meditech and EPIC
• Equipment and care experience required:
  • Pyxis
  • Wound vacs
  • Chest tubes
  • Tube feedings
  • NG/G-tubes
  • Tracheostomy care
  • PICC lines and ports

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of recent nursing experience
• Experience range preferred: 2–10 years

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS not required for this unit unless mandated by agency policy

Floating Requirements

• May be required to float to Med-Surg and Surgical Pediatrics units

Dress Code

• Professional nursing attire

Orientation & Training

• Unit-specific orientation provided

Please note: Only candidates who meet all minimum qualifications and required certifications will be considered.

About World NursesBenefits

• Medical benefits
• Referral bonus
• Relocation bonus