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LTAC Travel Nurse

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$2.1K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel Rn Ltac Nurse In Des Moines, Ia This ltac travel nurse job in des moines, iowa, with advantis medical is a 13-week travel ltac registered nurse (rn) contract at select specialty hospital - des ...

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Kindred Hospital - Dayton

LTAC Travel Nurse

Dayton, OH · On-site

$1.1K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel LTAC Nurse This LTAC travel nurse job in Dayton, Ohio, with Advantis Medical is a 1-week Travel LTAC Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Kindred Hospital - Dayton. This role pays $1,161 per week ...

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Regency Hospital of Florence

LTAC Travel Nurse

Florence, SC · On-site

$1.8K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Open Travel Rn Ltac Nurse In Florence, Sc This Ltac travel nurse job in Florence, South Carolina, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week travel Ltac registered nurse (rn) contract at Regency Hospital of ...

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Select Specialty Hospital

LTAC Travel Nurse

Willingboro, NJ · On-site

$2.0K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel LTAC Nurse in Willingboro, NJ This LTAC travel nurse job in Willingboro, New Jersey, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel LTAC Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Select Specialty Hospital ...

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LTAC Travel Nurse

Johnstown, PA · On-site

$1.9K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel LTAC Nurse This LTAC travel nurse job in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel LTAC Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Select Specialty Hospital - Johnstown. This ...

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LTAC Travel Nurse

Memphis, TN · On-site

$1.9K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel LTAC Nurse in Memphis, TN This LTAC travel nurse job in Memphis, Tennessee, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel LTAC Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Select Specialty Hospital - Memphis ...

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Landmark Hospital of Columbia

LTAC Travel Nurse

Columbia, MO · On-site

$2.0K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel LTAC Nurse in Columbia, MO This LTAC travel nurse job in Columbia, Missouri, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel LTAC Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Landmark Hospital of Columbia.

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LTAC Travel Nurse

Panama City, FL · On-site

$1.7K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Travel LTAC Nurse This LTAC travel nurse job in Panama City, Florida, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel LTAC Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Select Specialty Hospital - Panama City. This ...

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How much do ltac nurse jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average weekly pay for ltac nurse in the United States is $2,096.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,778.85 and $2,365.38 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an LTAC nurse?

An LTAC nurse is a registered nurse who works in a Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) facility, caring for patients who require extended hospitalization due to severe or complex medical conditions. These patients often need ongoing medical attention, such as ventilator support, wound care, or intensive rehabilitation, for weeks or even months. LTAC nurses play a critical role in monitoring patient progress, administering medications, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and providing compassionate support to patients and their families.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an LTAC nurse?

To thrive as an LTAC (Long-Term Acute Care) Nurse, you need advanced clinical assessment skills, critical care experience, and an active RN license, often supported by ACLS certification. Familiarity with ventilators, infusion pumps, wound care systems, and electronic health records is typically required. Compassion, resilience, and effective communication are essential soft skills for supporting patients with complex, long-term conditions and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial to deliver high-quality, continuous care and ensure optimal outcomes for medically fragile patients in LTAC settings.

What are some common challenges an LTAC nurse faces, and how can applicants prepare for them?

LTAC (Long-Term Acute Care) Nurses often care for patients with complex, chronic conditions requiring extended hospital stays and frequent monitoring. Common challenges include managing multiple high-acuity patients, handling advanced medical equipment like ventilators, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Applicants can prepare by gaining experience in critical care settings, refining time-management skills, and staying current with best practices in wound care and infection control. Strong communication skills are also essential for collaborating with physicians, therapists, and family members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

What is the difference between Ltac Nurse vs Registered Nurse?

AspectLtac NurseRegistered Nurse
CredentialsLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licenseRegistered Nurse (RN) license, typically requiring an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing
Work EnvironmentLong-term care facilities, clinics, hospitals, outpatient settingsHospitals, clinics, community health, specialized units
Employer & IndustryHospitals, nursing homes, outpatient clinicsHospitals, healthcare facilities, community health organizations
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for scope of practice and responsibilitiesHigher level of autonomy and complex patient care

In summary, Ltac Nurses (LPNs/LVNs) provide basic patient care under supervision, focusing on routine tasks, while Registered Nurses (RNs) have advanced training, greater responsibilities, and work independently in more complex clinical settings.

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Infographic showing various Ltac Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,015 per year, or $52.4 per hour.

LTAC Travel Nurse

Select Specialty Hospital

Des Moines, IA • On-site

$2.1K/wk

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

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Select Specialty Hospital rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 92 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

260th of 1,060 rated hospitals

Job description

Travel Rn Ltac Nurse In Des Moines, Ia

This ltac travel nurse job in des moines, iowa, with advantis medical is a 13-week travel ltac registered nurse (rn) contract at select specialty hospital - des moines. this role pays $2,196 per week and follows a nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. in this ltac travel nursing job, you will provide patient care in a hospital setting, assess and monitor patient conditions, support urgent interventions, document care accurately, and collaborate with physicians and the clinical care team during fast-moving patient situations.

advantis medical supports travel clinicians with streamlined credentialing to help with fast start dates, free license support and renewals, and day 1 benefits.

Job Details

facility: select specialty hospital - des moines

location: des moines, ia

contract length: 13 weeks

shift: nights (3x12)

emr system: epic

Travel Ltac Requirements

2+ years of recent ltac experience.

must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by iowa and national regulatory bodies.

Benefits

day one benefits, medical, dental, vision & 401(k)

relocation and travel reimbursement

dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals

weekly direct deposit

$1,000 referral bonus + $250 bonus for your referral

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About Select Specialty Hospital

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Select Specialty Hospital is a top-tier healthcare services provider situated in Mechanicsburg, PA, US. Operating under the wider umbrella of the healthcare industry, Select Specialty Hospital is a part of a network of specialized acute care hospitals energized to provide superior, patient-centered treatment. Since its establishment, it has been a pioneer in providing long-term acute care (LTAC) services to patients transitioning from intensive care or requiring concentrated care for ongoing recovery.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Mechanicsburg, PA, US

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