Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care - $2,268 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Tucson
Posted on: March 15, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Tucson, Arizona. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Long Term Acute Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/30/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC Night Shift | Tucson, AZ 85712 Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC Night Shift in Tucson, AZ. Seeking an experienced critical care / ICU RN for a 13-week travel nursing contract providing care for high-acuity patients in a Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) setting. Apply now for this travel nursing job in Tucson, Arizona. Job Details - Job Title: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC / Long-Term Acute Care (Travel RN) - Location: Tucson, AZ 85712 (Tucson healthcare jobs, Arizona travel nursing) - Setting: Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) – high-acuity, ventilator-dependent patients - Employment Type: Travel Contract (Travel Nursing Job) - Start Date: March 30, 2026 - Contract Length: 13 weeks - Schedule: Night Shift – 3 x 12-hour shifts per week - Shift Duration: 12 Hour Nights - Shifts per Week: 3 - Hours per Week: 36 - Estimated Weekly Pay Range: $2,020 – $2,130 (competitive pay for travel RNs) - Openings: 3 positions available Qualifications / Job Requirements - Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arizona or a valid Compact RN license (Arizona RN required before first shift) - BLS and ACLS certifications required prior to first shift - Minimum 2 years recent bedside clinical experience with ICU or critical care background - Proven ICU experience and comfort managing ventilators and high-risk airways, including ET tubes - Proficiency titrating critical drips (e.g., Propofol, Fentanyl, Levophed [norepinephrine], Precedex, Versed, Vasopressin) - Experience with complex wound care and wound vac management - Strong clinical assessment, care planning, and EMR documentation skills - Weekend availability required - Ability to work autonomously on night shift and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams Primary Responsibilities - Perform comprehensive nursing assessments within 8 hours of admission and develop individualized LTAC care plans - Deliver direct patient care using the nursing process: assess, plan, implement, and evaluate for high-acuity patients - Manage ventilators, titrate drips per protocol, and monitor hemodynamic status for critical care patients - Provide complex wound care, including wound vac application and maintenance - Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and timely in the EMR - Communicate changes in patient status to physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity and safety - Participate in patient rehabilitation programs, weekly team conferences, and discharge planning from admission - Supervise and support LPNs, CNAs, and orientees; delegate tasks and provide mentorship - Promote a culture of safety, including safe patient handling, infection prevention, and hazard reporting - Assume charge responsibilities after orientation as needed and engage in professional development Why Tucson, AZ? - Year-round sunshine, stunning desert landscapes, and easy access to outdoor recreation (hiking, parks, trails) - Vibrant arts and culture scene with museums, galleries, and local festivals - Enjoy Southwestern cuisine and a welcoming community—ideal for travel nurses and locum RNs - Great base for Arizona travel nursing and healthcare careers in Southern Arizona Apply now to be considered for this Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC night shift role in Tucson, AZ (85712). Advance your critical care nursing career with this travel nursing opportunity and join our healthcare team today. 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 462713. 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.

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