Long-Term Care Nurse (RN) - Whitesburg, Kentucky in Mayking, KY

An opportunity is available for a Registered Nurse with expertise in long-term acute care nursing to take on a 13-week contract assignment in Hazard, Kentucky. This role is ideal for nurses experienced in managing high-acuity patients within a structured, supportive team setting. Location: Hazard, KY, is a welcoming community known for its scenic Appalachian surroundings and tight-knit healthcare community. Nurses relocating here can enjoy a balance of rewarding professional experience and access to local outdoor activities. Responsibilities: • Provide direct patient care in a long-term acute care setting. • Manage complex patient needs with a focus on high-acuity cases. • Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. • Maintain accurate patient records utilizing Meditech EMR system. • Uphold a nurse-to-patient ratio of approximately 1:4 to ensure quality care. Qualifications: • Minimum 2 years of recent LTAC nursing experience. • Active Kentucky RN license or a compact nursing license. • BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications. • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification. • Proven experience working with Meditech electronic medical records. • Comfortable managing a caseload with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio. • Residency outside a 100-mile radius from Hazard, KY. Schedule: • Flexible shifts designed to accommodate various preferences. This travel assignment offers a valuable chance to enhance your LTAC nursing skills while working in a highly structured and supportive environment. Take this step forward in your nursing career by applying today to contribute your expertise in a vital care setting.