What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN – Long Term Acute Care - RNLTAC #004 position at NavitasPartners?
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.
Salary : $45 - $48