LTAC Nurses - It Matters

Position: LTAC Nurses Needed - Make a Difference When It Matters Most!
Location: Tallahassee

LTAC Registered Nurse (RN)

The LTAC RN is a highly skilled and compassionate nursing professional responsible for delivering specialized care to patients with complex, long-term medical needs. This role requires strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to respond quickly to changes in patient condition. The RN works closely with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and support staff to provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care in a high-acuity, extended-stay environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for medically complex patients

• Conduct comprehensive assessments including vital signs, physical exams, health histories, and monitoring of chronic conditions

• Administer medications, IV therapies, wound care, and other treatments as prescribed

• Monitor patients for signs of infection, respiratory distress, cardiac changes, and other complications

• Accurately document patient responses and changes in condition in the electronic health record (EHR)

• Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and adjust individualized care plans

• Educate patients and families on disease processes, medications, and discharge planning

• Maintain adherence to infection control, safety, and quality standards

• Respond promptly to emergencies such as sepsis, respiratory failure, or code situations

• Advocate for patients and uphold confidentiality and patient rights

Minimum Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse License in the state of practice

• Minimum one year of professional nursing experience; LTAC, ICU, or Med-Surg experience preferred

• Completion of Amergis' Competency Program (if applicable)

• Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred)

• Proficiency in managing ventilators, wound care, and telemetry monitoring (if applicable)

• TB screening and health clearance (as required)

• Compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations

• Successful completion of new hire orientation and LTAC-specific training

• Understanding of patient confidentiality and HIPAA regulations

• Strong communication skills and proficiency in English

• Basic computer literacy

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

Interested in learning more about pay rates?
Please apply or reach out directly - we'd be happy to provide details based on your experience and location.

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

* Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.