LTAC ICU Registered Nurse — Critical Care & Recovery

Vibra Healthcare, LLC.; Calvert City (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah is seeking experienced Registered Nurses for a direct hire, full-time opportunity to care for high-acuity LTAC patients recovering from complex medical conditions.

You will provide direct nursing care, collaborate with physicians and an interdisciplinary team, monitor progress, administer medications, educate families, and advocate for long-term recovery while maintaining compliance with policies and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Kentucky or compact state.
• 1+ year of acute care, ICU, or LTAC experience preferred.
• BLS certification required; ACLS within 90 days of hire.
• Strong clinical judgment and teamwork.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS within 90 days

LTAC/ICU experience

Team collaboration

Job description

ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah is seeking experienced Registered Nurses for a direct hire, full-time opportunity to care for high-acuity LTAC patients recovering from complex medical conditions.

You will provide direct nursing care, collaborate with physicians and an interdisciplinary team, monitor progress, administer medications, educate families, and advocate for long-term recovery while maintaining compliance with policies and regulatory guidelines.