Location: Columbia, MO Pay: $1,737.00 / week Job Type: Full-time, Travel Contract Shift: Day Shift (12-hour shifts) About the Role We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – LTAC for an immediate Day Shift opening in Columbia, MO. In this role, you will deliver specialized care to medically complex adults requiring extended hospitalization within a hospital-affiliated Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) unit. Working as a vital member of an interdisciplinary clinical team, you will monitor acute trends, administer complex therapies, and support safe discharge transitions for high-acuity patients. Key Responsibilities • Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, monitor vital signs and diagnostic labs, and identify subtle clinical changes. • Administer medications, manage central lines, and oversee complex IV therapies/infusions according to physician orders. • Provide advanced wound care, dressing management, and ostomy care. • Manage telemetry, airway maintenance, and specialized post-acute care interventions. • Collaborate daily with physicians, therapists, case managers, and families to refine individualized care plans and coordinate discharge planning. • Maintain precise, real-time clinical documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). • Educate patients and caregivers on medication regimens, disease management, and post-discharge expectations. Requirements & Qualifications Licensure & Certifications: • RN License: Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse license in Missouri or valid Compact/eNLC multistate license. • BLS: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (AHA preferred). • ACLS: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification strongly recommended. • Specialty certifications in LTAC, Critical Care (CCRN), or Progressive Care (PCCN) preferred. Education & Experience: • Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. • Clinical Experience: Prior acute care, ICU, PCU/Stepdown, or LTAC inpatient nursing experience managing medically complex patients. • Strong background in coordinated care planning, IV therapy, telemetry, and family communication. • Experience with mechanical ventilation and tracheostomy care is highly valued. • Proficiency with inpatient EHR platforms. Work Environment • Hospital-affiliated LTAC unit featuring high clinical collaboration and dedicated multidisciplinary support. • Fast-paced environment blending critical care intervention with post-acute recovery. Why Apply? • Competitive travel compensation package ($1,737.00/week). • Desirable day shift schedule. • Fast-track credentialing and direct recruiter support.