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Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care - $2,016 per week

GHR Healthcare
2 days ago
Full-time
On-site
GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Jackson, Tennessee. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Long Term Acute Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/06/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC Travel Nurse, Night Shift | Jackson, TN (38301) Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC Night Shift in Jackson, TN: 13-week contract starting March 30, 2026. Join our dedicated team as an LTAC nurse providing critical care and rehabilitation support in Jackson, Tennessee. This travel RN opportunity offers meaningful clinical work, a collaborative interdisciplinary team, and life-work balance in a friendly West Tennessee community. Job Details Location: Jackson, TN 38301 (Jackson, Tennessee) Role: Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC / Long-Term Acute Care Employment Type: Travel Contract (Travel RN / Travel Nurse) Duration: 13 weeks Hours per Week: 36 Shift: 12-hour night shifts (3 shifts per week) — Night Shift RN Start Date: March 30, 2026 Setting: LTAC critical care and rehabilitation — ideal for critical care RNs and experienced bedside nurses Estimated Weekly Pay: $1800–$1890 Qualifications & Requirements Active Registered Nurse (RN) license BLS Certification (required prior to first shift) ACLS Certification (required prior to first shift) Minimum 1 year of bedside clinical experience (2 years highly desired) Critical care experience required — preferred LTAC, ICU, step-down, or acute care background Strong documentation, assessment, and patient education skills for rehabilitation-focused care Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive nursing assessments within 8 hours of admission and develop individualized care plans for LTAC patients Collaborate with patients, families, therapists, and the interdisciplinary team to set rehabilitation and discharge goals Provide accurate, timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the electronic medical record Participate in and support patient rehabilitation programs with a focus on quality outcomes and patient education Initiate discharge planning and patient teaching beginning at admission to support safe transitions of care Communicate clinical changes and escalate concerns to providers to ensure continuity and patient safety Supervise and direct ancillary nursing personnel, delegating tasks appropriately to maintain efficient clinical operations Promote patient and staff safety by following hospital policies, infection control, and best practices Contribute positively to team building and a supportive work environment for fellow healthcare professionals Maintain communication with management regarding supplies, equipment, and ongoing training needs Assume charge responsibilities as requested after orientation and demonstrate leadership on night shifts Pursue ongoing professional development and continuing education relevant to LTAC and critical care nursing Why join us: This LTAC travel RN position in Jackson, TN delivers hands-on critical care and rehabilitation experience, competitive travel nurse pay (estimated weekly pay: $1800–$1890), and the opportunity to impact patient recovery in a supportive healthcare team. Explore nursing jobs in Jackson, TN and advance your career as a travel RN or critical care RN. Apply now to become part of our compassionate LTAC team — join our healthcare team today and help patients regain independence and quality of life. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 467002. 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: LTAC About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.