Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care - $1,764 per week

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care - $1,764 per week at HumanEdge Travel Healthcare summary :

This position is for a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) in Jefferson, Louisiana. The RN provides comprehensive nursing care, supervises ancillary staff, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and ensures continuity of patient care during a 13-week travel assignment with 12-hour night shifts. The role requires an active RN license, 1-2 years of LTAC or critical care experience, and certifications in BLS and ACLS.

HumanEdge Travel Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Jefferson, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Long Term Acute Care
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : ASAP
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC

Location : Jefferson, LA

Assignment : 8–13 Weeks

Shift : Nights, 12-hour shifts

We are seeking an experienced LTAC Registered Nurse to join a long-term acute care team in Jefferson, LA. The RN will be responsible for maintaining the delivery of quality care while supervising Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and orientees.

Key Responsibilities :

Perform comprehensive nursing assessments within 8 hours of admission to develop individualized care plans.

Collaborate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to identify teaching needs and goals.

Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and in a timely manner.

Participate in rehabilitation programs, patient / family education, and discharge planning.

Communicate patient status changes to physicians, charge nurses, and other providers to ensure continuity of care.

Provide direction, training, and supervision of ancillary staff.

Promote patient and employee safety, including safe handling, infection control, and hazard reporting.

Support a positive team environment and contribute to effective unit operations.

Assume charge nurse responsibilities when assigned.

Requirements :

Current RN license in state of practice.

Minimum 1–2 years of recent LTAC, critical care, or acute hospital nursing experience required.

BLS and ACLS required.

Strong communication, leadership, and patient-centered care skills.

Apply Now with HumanEdge Health

HumanEdge Travel Healthcare Job ID #12675. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : LTAC RN

About HumanEdge Travel Healthcare

HumanEdge Allied Health is a full-service nursing and allied health staffing agency that has lived and breathed staffing for more than 30 years, making us one of the most trusted in the industry!

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