Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care - $2,131 per week

TotalMed RN; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed hours

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness programs

Referral bonus

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

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Job summary

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for a Long Term Acute Care assignment in Des Moines, IA. This LTAC RN role requires a minimum of 1 year in LTAC or similar high-acuity settings and a current BLS certification with licensure eligibility.

ACLS may be required by some facilities. The position is travel-based, 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week, for 13 weeks, with a tax-free stipend and pay package subject to confirmation.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of RN experience in LTAC or similar high-acuity setting.
• Current BLS certification and eligibility for State licensure; ACLS may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform head-to-toe assessments and respond promptly to changes in patient condition.
• Administer IV medications, manage central lines, monitor vital signs and labs.
• Provide ventilator and tracheostomy care, and advanced wound management.
• Collaborate with therapists, physicians, and case managers for treatment plans.
• Support mobility, hygiene, and nutrition; supervise LPNs and CNAs.
• Adhere to infection control standards and participate in rounds.
• Document care activities in real time and assist with admissions/transfers.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

IV medication administration

Ventilator care

Wound management

Team supervision

Infection control

Discharge planning

Documentation

Admissions/transfers

Education

BLS certification

State licensure eligible

ACLS certification

Job description

Long Term Acute Care - LTAC RN - Travel Nurse

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa. 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 Des Moines, IA. 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 #1484800. 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.

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 payGuaranteed HoursContinuing Education401k retirement planSick payWellness and fitness programsReferral bonusEmployee assistance programsMedical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefitsBenefits start day 1