RN – Long Term Acute Care - RNLTAC #004

Job Title: RN – Long Term Acute Care (LTAC)

Location: Columbia, MO
Duration: 13 Weeks
Schedule: Nights – 36 Hours Weekly

Compensation:

• Traveler Pay: $52–$55/hr ($1,794–$1,897/week) based on experience
• Local Pay: $45–$48/hr ($1,552–$1,656/week) based on experience

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) to provide exceptional nursing care for medically complex patients in a high-acuity healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will have experience managing ventilators, tracheostomies, IV drips, and critically ill patients while collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support quality patient outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments for medically complex LTAC patients
• Monitor and manage ventilators, tracheostomies, IV drips, and other advanced patient care treatments
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
• Monitor patient vital signs, laboratory results, cardiac rhythms, and responses to treatment
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, rehabilitation staff, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and clinical records
• Assess and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a fast-paced acute care environment
• Ensure compliance with patient safety, infection prevention, and quality care standards
• Educate patients and families regarding care plans and recovery goals

Required Qualifications:

Licensure & Certifications:

• Active Missouri RN License or Compact RN License
• Current AHA BLS Certification required

Experience:

• Minimum 1–2 years of LTAC nursing experience required
• Experience caring for critically ill or medically complex patients preferred

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong critical-thinking and clinical assessment skills
• Experience with ventilator and tracheostomy patient care
• Knowledge of cardiac monitoring and IV medication administration
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a high-acuity environment
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care

For more details reach at jknox@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732-791-4827.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.