Registered Nurse (RN) - LTAC (Long-Term Acute Care)
An LTAC Registered Nurse provides care for patients requiring extended acute care due to complex medical conditions. This role involves managing ventilators, wound care, and multiple comorbidities over longer hospital stays.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and manage critical care equipment such as ventilators or specialized feeding tubes.
- Implement long-term care plans addressing wound management, infection control, and rehabilitation.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and case managers for comprehensive care.
- Provide frequent reassessments, adjusting treatments based on patient progress.
- Educate families about complex health needs and discharge planning.
Work Environment:
- Specialized LTAC hospitals or units within larger hospital systems.
- Longer patient stays compared to standard acute care, focusing on gradual recovery.
- Requires advanced critical thinking and adaptability to complex medical regimens.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay reflecting long-term acute care expertise.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Opportunities for continued education in critical and complex care.
Why Choose Us
We provide a supportive environment where patients can recover from severe conditions at a measured pace. Join our LTAC team to deliver specialized, compassionate care.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Information based on the BLS and actual job responsibilities may vary by location.