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Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Johnstown, PA · On-site

$1.8K - $2.4K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/31/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a ...

Focus Staff

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Madison, WI · On-site

$1.8K - $2.4K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/31/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a ...

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Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$1.7K - $2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/31/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a ...

Focus Staff

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Omaha, NE · On-site

$1.7K - $2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/31/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a ...

Focus Staff

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Youngstown, OH · On-site

$1.7K - $2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/31/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 48 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a ...

Focus Staff

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Penn Yan, NY · On-site

$1.8K - $2.4K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/15/2026 * Duration: 23 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a Long Term Acute ...

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Focus Staff

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Rochelle Park, NJ · On-site

$1.9K - $2.5K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/31/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a Long Term ...

Focus Staff

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$1.8K - $2.4K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/31/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a ...

Focus Staff

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Akron, OH · On-site

$1.7K - $2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/31/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for long term acute care nurse rn in the United States is $53.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.45 and $67.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a long term acute care nurse RN?

A Long Term Acute Care Nurse RN is a registered nurse who specializes in caring for patients with serious medical conditions that require extended hospital stays, often lasting several weeks. These nurses work in Long Term Acute Care (LTAC or LTACH) hospitals, providing complex care such as wound management, ventilator support, and rehabilitation for patients who are too ill for standard rehabilitation or skilled nursing facilities. Their role involves close monitoring, administering medications, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, and supporting both patients and their families throughout recovery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a long term acute care nurse RN?

To thrive as a Long Term Acute Care Nurse RN, you need advanced clinical skills in critical care, patient assessment, and complex care planning, supported by an active RN license and experience in acute or critical care settings. Familiarity with ventilator management, wound care systems, and electronic health records (EHR) is typically required, along with certifications like ACLS and BLS. Compassion, resilience, and strong communication skills are vital for supporting patients with prolonged illnesses and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These abilities ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality care to medically fragile patients in a specialized environment.

What are some common challenges faced by long term acute care nurses RN, and how can new hires effectively manage them?

Long Term Acute Care Nurses often care for medically complex patients who require extended hospital stays, advanced wound care, and ventilator support. Common challenges include managing high patient acuity, navigating frequent changes in patient conditions, and coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team. New hires can effectively manage these challenges by staying current with clinical best practices, actively communicating with physicians and therapists, and seeking mentorship from experienced colleagues. Building strong organizational and time-management skills also helps nurses deliver comprehensive care while balancing documentation and family interactions.
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Infographic showing various Long Term Acute Care Nurse Rn job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,886 per year, or $53.3 per hour.

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Memphis, TN • On-site

$1.6K - $2.2K/wk

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

MedPro Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Memphis, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Long Term Acute Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 08/31/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Long Term Acute Care registered nurse for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients.

 

Requirements

  • Active RN License
  • Degree from accredited nursing program
  • BLS & ACLS Certifications
  • Eighteen months of recent experience in an Long Term Acute Care setting
  • Experience with Vents, Trachs, Drips, EG Tubes and able to read Tele-strips
  • Other requirements to be determined by our client facility

Benefits

  • Weekly pay and direct deposit
  • Full coverage of all credentialing fees
  • Private housing or housing allowance
  • Group Health insurance for you and your family
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Travel reimbursement
  • 401(k) matching
  • Unlimited Referral Bonuses up to $1,000

Duties Responsibilities

As part of the LTAC unit, Long Term Acute Care Nurses (RN) are responsible for caring for patients who require extended medical care.

  • Provide care for 5-6 patients.
  • Adjust and perform in fast paced environment
  • Keep up with many admissions and discharges
  • Be able to monitor and administer medications (orally, subcutaneously, and through an IV)
  • Educate patients and family on surgical processes and how to manage their illness/injury
  • Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients, and record and interpret electronic displays
  • Interpret and understand telemetry readings, notifying appropriate medical team members of any irregularities
  • Perform the duties required of a registered nurse at all times
  • Care for patients with pulmonary HTN, respiratory failure, COPD, CHF, and A-Fib
  • Use computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information
  • Start IV’s, draw blood, see the patient from start to finish

About Agency

MedPro Healthcare Staffing is a Joint Commission certified provider of contract staffing services. Since 1983, we have placed nursing and allied travelers in top healthcare facilities nationwide. Join us today for your very own MedPro Experience®.

If qualified and interested, please call for immediate consideration.


MedPro Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status or veteran status.

Key Words: Long Term Acute Care Nurse, RN-LTAC, Long Term Acute Care Nursing positions, Travel Nurse, Contract Nurse, Agency Nurse, LTAC, LTAC Contracts, Registered Nurse, LTAC Nurse, RN, Travel Nursing


*Weekly payment estimates are intended for informational purposes only and include a gross estimate of hourly wages and reimbursements for meal, incidental, and housing expenses. Your recruiter will confirm your eligibility and provide additional details.


MedPro Job ID #a0Fcx00000WwQPVEA3. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Long Term Acute Care Registered Nurse Nursing: LTAC - Long Term Acute Care.

About MedPro Healthcare Staffing

At MedPro Healthcare Staffing, we believe no one cares more for caregivers than we do. Our mission is simple: you focus on your patients, and we’ll take care of the rest.

As a Joint Commission-certified leader in temporary and contract healthcare staffing since 1983, MedPro has proudly connected nursing and allied travelers with top healthcare facilities across the nation. With thousands of job opportunities available nationwide, we make it easy to find assignments that align with your goals and lifestyle.

Our on-staff clinical support team—alongside a compassionate group of experienced recruiters—provides hands-on guidance every step of the way. From Day 1 medical benefits and a 401(k) plan to personalized career support, we’re committed to ensuring every professional we serve feels valued, cared for, and empowered to succeed.

Guided by a CEO who is a Registered Nurse, MedPro is built on a foundation of clinical insight and genuine compassion for the caregiving community. Through The MedPro Experience®, we deliver travel assignments that are rewarding, memorable, and designed to help you DREAM big, EXPLORE often, and ACHIEVE greatness.

Benefits

  • Day 1 medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
  • Weekly pay and direct deposit
  • Unlimited Referral Bonuses starting at $500
  • On Staff Clinical Support Team
  • Access to nationwide travel assignments
  • MPX+ Mobile app -24/7 real-time access to jobs, credentials, assignment details, and more
  • Full coverage of all credentialing fees
  • Private housing or housing allowance
  • Tax Free Per Diems, Housing Stipends and Travel Reimbursements
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Travel reimbursement
  • 401(k) matching
Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
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About MedPro Healthcare Staffing

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At MedPro Healthcare Staffing, we are committed to placing travel nurses and allied professionals on rewarding assignments throughout the country, caring for each as part of our team, while having fun along the way. Founded in 1983, MedPro is a Joint Commission certified, leading provider of contract staffing services including travel nursing and allied health to facilities throughout the U.S. Our wide array of clients includes acute and long-term post-acute hospitals, government facilities, and medical laboratories.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Sunrise, FL, US

Year founded

1983

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