Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,138 per week in Waimea, HI

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Waimea, HI
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $2,138 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/24/2026

About the Position

Job Title

Travel Registered Nurse - Long-Term Care

Job Summary

Kauaʻi Veterans Memorial Hospital, located in Waimea on the beautiful island of Kauaʻi, Hawaii, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Travel Registered Nurse for a 13-week assignment in our Long-Term Care unit. This role involves providing high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to residents within a supportive community hospital setting.

The successful candidate will be an integral part of our interdisciplinary team, focusing on comprehensive care delivery, medication management, and continuous assessment to ensure optimal resident outcomes. We are looking for a dependable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to becoming a positive contributor to our team and the West Kauaʻi community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and high-quality nursing care to residents in the Long-Term Care unit.
• Administer medications accurately and safely according to established protocols.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and monitor resident conditions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with residents, families, and the healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive electronic medical records and documentation.
• Coordinate care effectively with physicians, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for all residents.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of one (1) year of recent experience in Long-Term Care (LTC) or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) settings.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a diverse patient caseload.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Clinical proficiency in medication administration, wound care, and general nursing procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Compassion and empathy in patient care.
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Dependability and strong work ethic.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: AM (Day)
• Shift Duration: 8 hours
• Days per Week: 5 days
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: August 24, 2026
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotation: Required as needed.
• Holiday Requirements: Required as needed.

Licensing Requirements

• Active Hawaiʻi Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.