Registered Nurse - LTAC

McLendon Leadershi; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Long Term Acute Care Nurse role in Chicago supports patients with complex medical needs, including weaning vents and managing trachs in LTAC settings. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in critical care nursing and LTAC experience.

You will work with interdisciplinary teams to monitor, administer treatments, document in Epic, and educate patients and families about care plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in critical care nursing and LTAC settings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage patients with complex conditions.
• Administer medications and advanced treatments.
• Operate equipment like ventilators.
• Document care in EHR systems like Epic.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for care plans.
• Educate patients and families.

Job description

Overview

The Long Term Acute Care Nurse provides care for patients with complex medical needs. They wean vents and treat trachs in LTACHs. The ideal candidate will have expertise in critical care nursing, with experience in LTAC settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage patients with complex conditions.
• Administer medications and advanced treatments.
• Operate equipment like ventilators.
• Document care in EHR systems like Epic.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for care plans.
• Educate patients and families.

This position is key for managing acute chronic illnesses. Nurses with LTAC experience are encouraged to apply for this Long Term Acute Care Nurse role.