LTAC Registered Nurse
Athens, GA
Connected Health Care
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

Travel Registered Nurse – Critical Care | Athens, GA
8-Week Travel Contract | Up to $2,000/Week Based on Experience

Connected Health Care, a premier recruitment and healthcare staffing firm, is partnering with a respected healthcare facility in Athens, Georgia to hire a Local Travel Registered Nurse with Critical Care experience for an 8-week contract assignment. This opportunity is ideal for experienced nurses seeking high-paying travel RN jobs in Athens GA, short-term assignments, and the chance to work with medically complex patients in a specialized care environment.

This role requires recent critical care nursing experience, preferably in ICU, Step-Down, or LTAC settings, with a strong focus on caring for patients requiring advanced monitoring and ventilator support.

Position Overview

The Critical Care Registered Nurse will provide comprehensive patient care for individuals with complex medical conditions requiring advanced nursing interventions. The RN will collaborate closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes while delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to critically ill patients with complex medical conditions
• Monitor and assess patient status, including vital signs, neurological status, and cardiac rhythms
• Care for patients requiring ventilator support and advanced respiratory interventions
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and specialized treatments as ordered by physicians
• Collaborate with respiratory therapists and care teams to manage ventilated patients
• Respond to changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient documentation in accordance with hospital protocols
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, recovery expectations, and care needs
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and contribute to care planning
• Ensure compliance with patient safety, infection control, and regulatory standards

Critical Care RN Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in ICU or Step-Down units
• Experience in LTAC settings highly preferred
• Must be comfortable caring for ventilator-dependent patients
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage complex patient conditions and rapidly changing clinical situations

Education & Certification Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited program
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia or eligibility to obtain
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
• Experience with ventilated patients strongly preferred

About Athens, Georgia

Athens is one of Georgia’s most vibrant and welcoming cities, offering a perfect mix of culture, entertainment, outdoor recreation, and southern charm. It’s an ideal destination for travel healthcare professionals looking for an exciting place to live and work.

• Home to the University of Georgia, bringing exciting sporting events, concerts, and cultural attractions
• Explore the beautiful State Botanical Garden of Georgia featuring scenic trails and stunning plant collections
• Enjoy the lively Downtown Athens district filled with restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and live music venues
• Discover Athens’ famous music scene, which helped launch legendary bands like R.E.M. and the B-52s
• Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and biking along the scenic Oconee River and nearby parks
• Visit historic landmarks, museums, and art galleries throughout the city
• Convenient location less than 90 minutes from Atlanta for weekend trips, major sporting events, and international travel

If you're a Critical Care Registered Nurse seeking a high-paying local travel RN job in Athens, GA, apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity with Connected Health Care.