Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care
Phoenix, AZ
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC Travel Nurse in Phoenix, AZ (85006). 13-week travel contract for experienced RNs in long-term acute care who want to support patient recovery and rehabilitation in a dynamic Phoenix healthcare setting.

About the Role

Join a dedicated team as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) facility in vibrant Phoenix, Arizona. This travel nursing assignment (travel RN / contract RN) offers the chance to make a tangible impact on patient outcomes while enjoying Phoenix’s sunny climate, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,680 - $1,770 (competitive travel RN pay)
• Location: Phoenix, AZ 85006 (Phoenix, Arizona)
• Setting: Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) – LTAC RN / rehabilitation nurse role
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts
• Hours per Week: 36
• Employment Type: Travel Contract (Travel RN)
• Number of Openings: 2
• Start Date: May 11, 2026

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state of assignment required)
• 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)
• Experience in LTAC, long-term acute care, or similar acute care/rehabilitation settings preferred
• Experience with ventilator, trach care, wound management, or complex case management is a plus for LTAC RNs

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments within 8 hours of admission and develop individualized LTAC care plans
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, therapists, case managers) and families to set rehabilitation goals
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and in a timely manner in the EMR
• Participate in patient rehabilitation programs focusing on education, discharge planning, and quality outcomes
• Initiate and coordinate discharge planning, patient teaching, and caregiver education from admission
• Report and communicate changes in patient status to appropriate care providers to ensure continuity and safety
• Supervise and provide direction to ancillary nursing personnel and assist with unit workflow
• Promote patient and employee safety by following hospital policies, infection control, and LTAC best practices
• Assume charge nurse responsibilities as requested and support unit efficiency and team building
• Pursue professional growth through continuing education and on-the-job learning opportunities

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on LTAC/travel nursing experience in Phoenix, Arizona
• Opportunity to advance clinical skills in rehabilitation nursing and complex case management
• Competitive weekly pay and the chance to work as a travel RN on a 13-week contract
• Supportive team environment and opportunities for continuing education

Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Apply now to be considered for this Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC Travel Nurse position in Phoenix, AZ (85006). Join our healthcare team today and help patients on their path to recovery. Equal opportunity employer.

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