10 Texas Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) Jobs
Travel Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation Unit
$2,357/wk
Contract Details
Travel Pay Breakdown
Benefits
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Additional Information
In order to receive travel rate, clinician’s claimed residence must match address on drivers license.
Ascension Health does not accept vaccine/TDAP declinations.
Special Requests:
Current Ascension employees cannot apply for travel roles.
Candidates need to have employment separation for at least 6 months to be considered for a travel position.
Required Credentials:
Driver License is required for RN/LPN/PTs working on a compact license.
Ascension Specialty Exam required during onboarding; completed prior to first assignment and updated every 3 years thereafter in specialty. Minimum 80% or the national benchmark passing score that demonstrates competency in the area of specialization; only 2 attempts allowed.
Ascension Core Competencies required during onboarding; HIPAA, Joint Commission, NPSG, and OSHA topics. Completed within a year of start and updated every 3 years. Minimum 80% or the national benchmark passing score that demonstrates competency in the area of specialization; only 2 attempts allowed.
Unit Details:
Provides direct patient care, implements care plans, and coordinates discharge needs.
Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.
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LTAC Travel Nurse Job Responsibilities and Salary
LTAC nurses are responsible for providing direct patient care. Some responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, administering and maintaining IV infusions, providing wound care, providing wound vacs, and coordinating care. Many patients are treated for degenerative conditions, injuries, or life-altering conditions. LTAC nurses care for patients over an extended period of time, usually 25 days or more, and they have the opportunity to truly build rapport with patients. The average annual salary in the United States for a Long-Term Acute Care nurse is $91,000. Salaries can vary depending on experience and location.
Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) Travel Nurse Jobs in Texas
Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) nurses work in facilities or specialty hospitals that care for medically complex or fragile patients. These patients are stable enough to be released from the hospital, yet too complex for rehabs, nursing homes, or home. Nurses in this specialty are Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses. LTAC nurse job descriptions note that they must use critical thinking and communication skills regularly. Are you looking for your next dream job? Check out the many LTAC travel nurse jobs available below.