Critical Care RN – LTAC/ICU, Direct Hire

Vibra Healthcare; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibra Healthcare is seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah, a direct hire, full-time LTAC partner. You’ll provide specialized nursing care to high-acuity patients and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans for recovery.

Ideal candidates hold an active Kentucky RN license, have LTAC/ICU experience preferred, and can obtain ACLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Kentucky or compact state.
• 1+ year of acute care, ICU, or LTAC experience preferred.
• BLS required; ACLS within 90 days of hire.
• Strong clinical judgment and commitment to patient care.
• Compassionate, team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to critically ill or medically complex patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care plans.
• Monitor patient progress, administer medications and treatments, and document clinical findings.
• Educate patients and families and advocate for long-term health and recovery.
• Maintain compliance with policies, standards and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient advocacy

Compassionate, team-oriented

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license - Kentucky

Job description

Vibra Healthcare is seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah, a direct hire, full-time LTAC partner. You’ll provide specialized nursing care to high-acuity patients and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans for recovery.

Ideal candidates hold an active Kentucky RN license, have LTAC/ICU experience preferred, and can obtain ACLS within 90 days.