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Genie Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care (RN)

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$1.8K - $2.4K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Genie Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. & Requirements * Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date:

Genie Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care (RN)

Harrisburg, PA · On-site

$1.8K - $2.4K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: ASAP * Duration: 13 weeks * 48 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel Genie Healthcare is looking for a RN to ...

Host Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care RN

Columbus, OH · On-site

$1.7K - $2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. & Requirements * Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 weeks ...

Host Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care RN

Red Cloud, NE · On-site

$2.0K - $2.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/07/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 48 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel Host Healthcare Job ID ...

Host Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care RN

Macon, GA · On-site

$1.7K - $2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Macon, Georgia. & Requirements * Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 weeks ...

Host Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care RN

Bridgeton, MO · On-site

$1.7K - $2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Bridgeton, Missouri. & Requirements * Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 ...

Host Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care RN

Kennesaw, GA · On-site

$1.7K - $2.2K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/02/2026 * Duration: 16 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours, evenings * Employment Type: Travel Host Healthcare Job ID ...

Host Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care RN

Bridgeton, MO · On-site

$1.7K - $2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Bridgeton, Missouri. & Requirements * Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 ...

Host Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care RN

Columbus, OH · On-site

$1.7K - $2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. & Requirements * Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 weeks ...

Host Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care RN

Bristol, TN · On-site

$1.8K - $2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Bristol, Tennessee. & Requirements * Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 ...

Host Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care RN

Erie, PA · On-site

$1.8K - $2.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Erie, Pennsylvania. & Requirements * Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 ...

Host Healthcare

Travel Long Term Acute Care RN

Kennesaw, GA · On-site

$1.7K - $2.2K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Specialty: Long Term Acute Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/28/2026 * Duration: 16 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 10 hours, evenings * Employment Type: Travel Host Healthcare Job ID ...

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How much do long term acute care jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for long term acute care in the United States is $47.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.43 and $54.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is long term acute care?

Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) refers to specialized hospitals or facilities that provide extended medical care to patients with serious, complex, or chronic conditions who require a longer hospital stay—typically more than 25 days. These patients often need intensive, specialized treatment such as ventilator support, wound care, or rehabilitation after major surgery or illness. LTAC hospitals are designed to bridge the gap between traditional acute care hospitals and home or skilled nursing facilities, offering multidisciplinary care tailored to each patient's specific needs.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in long term acute care settings?

Professionals in Long Term Acute Care often encounter challenges such as managing complex, medically fragile patients who require extended recovery periods and intensive monitoring. Coordinating care among multidisciplinary teams—including physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers—can be demanding, as each patient typically has multiple comorbidities and evolving care needs. Additionally, adapting to rapidly changing clinical situations and supporting both patients and their families through lengthy recoveries are key aspects of the role. These challenges make strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork essential for success in LTAC environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a long term acute care nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Long Term Acute Care Nurse, you need in-depth clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and a current RN license, often with experience in critical or acute care settings. Familiarity with ventilator management, wound care technology, and electronic health records (EHRs) is typically required. Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills help nurses support medically complex patients and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. These skills are crucial for delivering high-quality, continuous care to patients with chronic or severe conditions in a demanding environment.

What is the difference between Long Term Acute Care vs Respiratory Therapist?

AspectLong Term Acute CareRespiratory Therapist
CredentialsPhysicians, nurses, specialized staffRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), CRT certifications
Work EnvironmentSpecialized hospitals, long-term care facilitiesHospitals, clinics, rehab centers
Industry UsageHealthcare, post-acute careRespiratory care, pulmonary services
Job FocusManaging complex, long-term patient conditionsProviding respiratory support and therapies

Long Term Acute Care facilities focus on managing patients with complex, long-term health issues, often requiring multidisciplinary teams. Respiratory Therapists specialize in respiratory care, working in various healthcare settings to support patients with breathing disorders. While both roles are vital in healthcare, they differ in scope, credentials, and daily responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Long Term Acute Care job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,582 per year, or $47.9 per hour.

Travel Long Term Acute Care (RN)

Genie Healthcare

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

$1.8K - $2.4K/wk

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

Genie Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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

Genie Healthcare is looking for a RN to work in Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) for a 13 weeks travel assignment located in , WI for the Shift (3x12 nights, 19:00:00-07:00:00, 12.00-3).

Pay and benefits packages are estimated based on client bill rate at time the job was posted. These rates are subject to change.

Exact pay and benefits vary based on several things, including, but not limited to, guaranteed hours, client changes in bill rate, experience, etc.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k) with company matching (50% up to 6% of what you contribute)

Genie Healthcare Job ID #18669968. 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: RN:Long Term Acute Care (LTAC),19:00:00-07:00:00

About Genie Healthcare

Genie Healthcare is one of the fastest growing Nurse Travel Agencies in the USA. Genie serves hundreds of facilities and has over 4000 current travel RN contracts open at any given time.

Genie provides travel RN’s flexibility, support, top pay scale, housing and the #1 rated, multi-state health insurance coverage.

Genie Healthcare carries with it a commitment to providing a comprehensive level of service and quality care. Growing from a small team of eager recruiters to a company with satisfied clients in nearly every corner of the nation, delivering excellence in patient and customer care is the key to Genie’s success.

The management team has 20 years of experience in workforce solutions and staffing in medical and non-medical fields, roles ranging from Clerical job to Cardiologist to software developer to CEO.

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