Job Description

Job Description

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbia, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Long Term Acute Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/21/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title : Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) Registered Nurse (RN)**\n Job Summary :\n

A Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized, extended care to patients who require prolonged recovery periods due to complex, chronic, or severe medical conditions. These patients often have serious health issues that require intensive monitoring, specialized treatments, and extended stays in healthcare facilities. LTAC RNs work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care and promote optimal outcomes for long-term recovery.

\n\n Key Responsibilities :\n

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• Provide direct nursing care to patients with complex medical conditions requiring extended recovery, including ventilator care, wound management, and intensive monitoring.
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• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions according to physician orders and clinical protocols.
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• Monitor and assess patients’ conditions, including vital signs, lab values, and response to treatments, adjusting care as necessary.
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• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
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• Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment plans, and strategies for continued care after discharge.
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• Document patient assessments, care provided, and outcomes accurately and in compliance with regulatory standards.
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• Respond to and manage acute or chronic complications, such as respiratory distress, infections, and other health issues.
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• Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in delivering care and ensuring high standards of patient safety and quality.
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• Maintain infection control and safety protocols to minimize risks to patients.
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• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and professional development to stay current on best practices in long-term care.
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• Advocate for patients and coordinate care with external services, including home care and rehabilitation facilities.
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\n\n Qualifications :\n

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• Education : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.
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• Licensure :\n
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  • Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
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• Certification :\n
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  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
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  • Advanced certifications such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) preferred.
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• Experience : Previous experience in long-term acute care, critical care, or medical-surgical units
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Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #32716807. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN LTAC

About Wellspring Nurse Source

Wellspring is nurse owned and operated which means that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you. We are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best rate. We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team. You’re not just a number at Wellspring, you’re a valued member of our family. Join us and experience the Wellspring difference.

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