Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care - $1,853 per week

TotalMed RN; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401k retirement plan

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Sick pay

Referral bonus

Wellness programs

Continuing Education

Job summary

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN LTAC for a 13-week assignment in Durham, North Carolina. The role requires 36 hours per week with 12-hour night shifts in a Long-Term Acute Care setting, providing high-acuity nursing care and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of LTAC RN experience, current BLS, and-state licensure eligibility. ACLS may be required; travel benefits, weekly pay, and comprehensive medical coverage are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of RN experience in LTAC or similar high-acuity setting.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS preferred and state licensure eligible.
• Additional certifications may be required before assignment.

Responsibilities

• Perform head-to-toe assessments and promptly respond to changes in patient condition.
• Administer IV medications, manage central lines, monitor vitals and labs.
• Provide ventilator and tracheostomy care and advanced wound management.
• Collaborate with therapists, physicians, and case managers on treatment plans.
• Support mobility, hygiene, and nutritional needs; supervise LPNs & CNAs.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and facility safety standards.
• Document all care activities in real time and participate in rounds.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharge planning.

Skills

Critical care

Patient monitoring

Team supervision

Infection control

Documentation

Education

RN licensure

Job description

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Durham, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

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

We're looking for Registered Nurses (RNs) for an immediate travel opening in an LTAC (Long-Term Acute Care) facility in Durham, NC.

The right RN should have at least 1 year of recent experience in a Long-Term Acute Care or similar high acuity setting. Read below for more requirements.

As an RN in LTAC, you will care for patients with serious medical conditions who require extended hospital-level care. These patients often have complex needs such as ventilator support, wound care, or post-ICU recovery. You will be responsible for providing direct nursing care, monitoring patients' conditions, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support patient recovery and discharge planning.

As an RN, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

• Perform head-to-toe assessments and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Administer IV medications, manage central lines, and monitor vital signs and lab results
• Provide ventilator and tracheostomy care, as well as advanced wound management
• Collaborate with respiratory therapists, physicians, and case managers for ongoing treatment plans
• Support patients with mobility, hygiene, and nutritional needs
• Supervise LPNs and CNAs, ensuring proper patient care delivery
• Adhere to strict infection control protocols and facility safety standards
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and communicate patient status updates
• Document all care activities and interventions accurately and in real time
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharge planning

The ideal candidate must have at least one year of experience as an RN in a Long-Term Acute Care setting. Additionally, they should possess a current BLS certification and be eligible for State licensure. Additional certifications may be required.

RNs in LTAC should be adaptable, highly skilled in critical care practices, and passionate about supporting patients through complex and prolonged recovery.

Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, 2 Years * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed RN Job ID #1490900. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Long Term Acute Care - LTAC RN - Travel Nurse

About TotalMed RN

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1