Contract RN - LTAC Days/Nights in Joplin, MO

Contract RN - LTAC Days/Nights in Joplin, MO - 8 weeks

Connected, your partner in Healthcare, Educational, Government, and Direct Hire services, is excited to connect qualified and passionate travel professionals like you for an 8-week opportunity located in or near Joplin, MO. Enjoy competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and the rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Job Requirements

Education Requirements

• Associate degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.

Certifications Requirements

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• RN license in good standing (state requirements applicable to the assignment)

Experience Requirements

• 1+ year of recent critical care experience in ICU, Step-Down, or LTAC settings
• Experience providing care to higher-acuity patients, including patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions
• Comfort working in a fast-paced inpatient environment and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams

Other Requirements

• Comfort with ventilator patients and critical care documentation expectations
• Willingness to work Days and Nights as scheduled (3x12s)
• Ability to follow facility protocols and maintain patient safety standards throughout the assignment

What We Offer

Premium Pay That Values You: Weekly direct deposit (with next-day pay features coming soon!) at rates 13% above market average—we benchmark every assignment to make you feel like a valued member of our team and to ensure we're staying competitive.

Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical/dental/vision eligibility starting the 1st day of the month after your start date, continuing between active assignments—plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave, so you can focus on what you do best without added stress.

Health Benefits Maintained through Winter/Summer Break: For educational services team members who join or extend with us, your medical, dental, and vision coverage continues seamlessly during off-seasons, ensuring no gaps in your coverage so you can recharge without worry.

Investment in Your Growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, License + CEU reimbursements, are just some of the ways we invest in our team because you deserve a partner who grows with you.

Support Your Lifestyle: Paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly!) travel/mileage reimbursements; guaranteed hours and cancellation protection; nationwide opportunities spanning from major metros to underserved areas—we manage the details so you can focus on what matters most in your personal and professional life.

Streamlined Compliance & Flexibility: Reimbursed/fast-tracked licenses/certs; user-friendly Portal for seamless onboarding (avg 14 days); shifts customized to your needs; rapid interviews (38 hours typical)—we value your time, making compliance effortless and flexible to fit your unique schedule.

Why Connected Health Care?

We Care About Your Journey: In this demanding field, we start by listening—providing upfront insights on roles, pay, and perks so you feel seen and supported from the first click, aligned with our motto: If we take care of our team, they take care of our partners.

Personalized Job Matches That Fit You: Tell us your story, preferences like specialties, facility size, city/state preferences, or work-life balance needs—we craft opportunities where you shine, with 92% of our candidates extending or referring because we truly prioritize what matters to you.

Unwavering Support Every Step: From 24/7 recruiter access to fast compliance and career guidance, we're your dedicated partner—delivering 13% higher pay than the national average, 92% retention rates, quick turnaround times for interviews/offers, and national placements because we know the toll of shortages and want to ease it for you.

A Genuine Partnership Built on Trust: We're not just a staffing firm; we're your advocate in a competitive world—turning challenges into rewarding paths with empathy, transparency, direct client focus for seamless fits, and a network that feels like family, helping you build the career you deserve.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive critical care nursing to patients in LTAC and similar high-acuity settings
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care for ventilator-dependent patients
• Maintain accurate and timely patient assessments, documentation, and care plan updates throughout each shift
• Execute evidence-based nursing interventions consistent with unit protocols, safety standards, and clinical best practices
• Document patient status, responses to treatment, and progression of care to support continuity during shift changes

Apply now through Connected Health Care – submit your resume today!