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ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah

ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah is a 37-bed Long Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) located on the 5th floor of Baptist Health Paducah.

We specialize in serving patients with medically complex conditions who need extended recovery times. Welcome to ContinueCARE Hospital at Paducah

ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah opened in the summer of 2015 as a 37-bed Long Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) located on the 5th floor of our host hospital, Baptist Health Paducah. As the only LTACH in the area, we enjoy the best of bot

h worlds by being in partnership with a 373-bed acute and skilled-care facility yet maintaining our small hospital atmosphere. Our employees are a dedicated team who work together delivering the best possible care for our patients. Since we have a longer length of stay, our staff has the opportunity to know patients and families. We believe spending quality time makes a difference. And we want to make a difference. As a "hospital-within-a-hospital," we are a separate yet fully licensed acute-care hospital with the ability to provide intensive and complex medical treatment. Our specialty programs are specifically designed to meet the needs of long-term, acute-care patients. Please tour our website to learn more about our hospital, the specialty care we provide, career opportunities, and the benefits of being part of our great team of professionals. Feel free to call Administration for any additional information about ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah or for career opportunities. We appreciate your interest and look forward to talking with you! Hospital Main Number: (270) 575-2597
Human Resources: (270) 415-6980
Admissions: (270) 575-5855 or (270) 415-6983

04/20/2026

Monday can sometimes bring a bit of the “Monday blues” as we step into a new work week, but it also offers an opportunity for a fresh start, new goals, and a chance to make a difference. One way to overcome that sluggish feeling on Monday is to focus on purpose—taking things one task at a time, staying connected with your team, and remembering the impact your work has on others.

At ContinueCare Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah, we see that purpose in action every day. Our team works tirelessly to provide compassionate, high-quality care for our patients and their families, especially during some of their most challenging moments. That shared commitment helps turn even the busiest Mondays into meaningful ones.

As we begin this week, let’s stay encouraged, support one another, and keep our focus on the people we serve. Wishing everyone a productive and positive week ahead!

04/11/2026

🐾 Happy National Pet Day! 🐾

Today we celebrate the joy, comfort, and unconditional love our pets bring into our lives. From playful pups and curious cats to birds, bunnies, and beyond—every pet makes our world a little brighter.

In honor of this special day, we’d love to see your furry (or feathered!) family members! 📸 Drop a picture of your pet in the comments and help ContinueCare Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah celebrate all the amazing companions who make life better every day.

Let’s fill this thread with smiles, wagging tails, and adorable faces! ❤️🐶🐱

04/05/2026

As Easter Sunday comes to a close, we are reminded that even in life’s most difficult moments and in the waiting seasons, there is hope for renewal. At ContinueCare Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah, we are thankful to walk alongside our patients and families during their waiting seasons with compassion and purpose.

May the promise of Easter fill your heart with peace and your home with joy.

03/27/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month.

Did you know that someone in the United States sustains a brain injury every 9 seconds? These wide-ranging injuries—like a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) from a fall or accident—can alter how a person thinks, acts, and feels, instantly changing the lives of both the survivor and their support network.

At ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah, we are a critical stop on the full brain injury care continuum. As a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH), we specialize in providing 24/7 intensive medical care and early rehabilitation for brain injury patients who are too medically unstable for traditional rehab settings.

Our dedicated team focuses on managing the most complex needs to optimize recovery and independence:
~Intensive Medical Management: Daily physician oversight and 24/7 nursing for complex complications.
~Respiratory Care: Specialized support including ventilator weaning and tracheostomy care.
~Early Rehabilitation: Therapy (PT, OT, and Speech) initiated safely and early to improve strength, mobility, and cognitive function.
~Complex Care: Management of severe wounds and specialized nutrition/medication support.

By focusing on these vital areas, we help patients stabilize and gain the strength needed to transition to acute rehabilitation, other lower levels of care, and, ultimately, home. Brain injury patients are just one example of the complex cases we expertly manage every day.

For more information, please visit our website at paducah.continuecare.org or call us at 270.575.2598.

ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah

03/17/2026

Join our team at ContinueCare Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah!

We have immediate openings for dedicated Nursing and Respiratory professionals!

ContinueCare Hospital is a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) specializing in providing intensive, interdisciplinary care for patients who require an extended hospital stay after being discharged from the ICU or a med-surg unit.

Make a difference in the lives of patients with complex medical needs, including those who may be ventilator dependent, experiencing respiratory failure, requiring dialysis, managing complex wounds or post-surgical needs.

Apply today and help us provide exceptional, life-changing care!
https://paducah.continuecare.org/

02/28/2026

It’s a beautiful day at ContinueCare Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah!

Did you know that spending time outdoors isn’t just refreshing, but It’s also powerful for your well-being? Spending time in nature can help reduce stress, ease anxiety, and even improve your mood. Add a little movement, and those benefits grow even stronger!

Regular time outside has also been linked to better focus, lower risk of depression, and stronger social connections—whether you’re walking with a friend or simply sharing a smile with someone along the way. 😊

And don’t forget—sunlight helps regulate your sleep, so getting outside today could help you rest better tonight.

Maybe today is the perfect time to pick up a few sticks and limbs in the yard that fell during our recent winter weather. Perhaps sitting on your porch with a good book is on your agenda today. Are you working? Take your lunch break outside.

Hopefully everyone can take a moment today to step outside, soak up some sunshine, and enjoy a breath of fresh air—you deserve it!

📸 We’d love to see how you’re enjoying this beautiful day. Drop your outdoor pictures in the comments, and inspire others to get outside, too!

02/14/2026

At ContinueCare Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah, our nurses, respiratory therapists, and patient care techs are the true heart of our hospital. Every day, they bring compassion, skill, and dedication to the bedside — providing caring support to our patients and to each other.

Love is a medicine you can’t bottle, but you can feel it in every reassuring word, every careful check, and every helping hand. We’re grateful for the teamwork, kindness, and heart our staff shows to our patients and our team each day.

Happy Valentine’s Day!❤️

01/30/2026

ContinueCare Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah is hiring!

Full-time nursing positions and both full-time and PRN respiratory therapy positions are available. Visit our website at paducah.continuecare.org for more information.

Come join our team!

01/19/2026

Honoring the life, legacy, and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

12/31/2025

Ring in the New Year with a new job!! ContinueCare Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah is hiring!

FT RN Night Shift
FT RN Day Shift
FT Respiratory Therapist Night Shift
PRN Respiratory Therapist

For more information on available positions, please visit our website at paducah.continuecare.org

Come join our team!

12/23/2025

The lights of the Christmas tree make the gifts beneath it glow, yet the season's best gift isn't one wrapped in beautiful paper or tied with a pretty bow. Even without any presents under the tree, we receive the greatest gift through the baby who was born to be our Savior. May you experience the gift of His peace and love this Christmas season.

Merry Christmas from ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah!

12/15/2025

The holiday season, while joyful, can often bring its own amount of stress. To better navigate this busy time, protect your mental well-being, and truly enjoy the holidays, focusing on a few core strategies can make all of the difference.

Taking time for yourself is essential and should not be viewed as selfish. Although we may have mountains of things on our to-do list, dedicate a little time each day for self-care. Build in time for exercise, healthy eating, and sleep. Find a little time to unwind with a warm bath at the end of the day or to read even just a few pages of that book you’ve been reading. Making time to decompress and recharge with familiar routines or a few of our favorite things can be one of the best ways to deal with stress during busier times.

Remember to ask for and accept help. If you find yourself overwhelmed or dreading upcoming responsibilities, recognize your limitations and ask for support. If friends or family offer to make an extra dish for your holiday gathering, graciously accept the kindness. If you need someone to do some light house cleaning or even wrap a few gifts, seek out a college student who is home for the holidays with nothing to do. Asking for and accepting help does not make you weak; it shows you are mindful of your capacity.

Finally, don’t lose sight of what really counts. What “really counts” will be different from person to person. For some, it may mean spending quality time with family and friends. For others it may be spending some much-needed downtime at home or focusing on the year ahead. Be present in those moments to truly give yourself the best present this season.

From all of us at ContinueCare Hospital, we wish you a joyous and stress-free holiday!

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2501 Kentucky Avenue, 5th Floor
Paducah, KY
42003

Website

https://paducah.continuecare.org/

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Welcome to ContinueCARE Hospital at Paducah ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah opened in the summer of 2015 as a 37-bed Long Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) located on the 5th floor of our host hospital, Baptist Health Paducah. As the only LTACH in the area, we enjoy the best of both worlds by being in partnership with a 373-bed acute and skilled-care facility yet maintaining our small hospital atmosphere. Our employees are a dedicated team who work together delivering the best possible care for our patients. Since we have a longer length of stay, our staff has the opportunity to know patients and families. We believe spending quality time makes a difference. And we want to make a difference. As a "hospital-within-a-hospital," we are a separate yet fully licensed acute-care hospital with the ability to provide intensive and complex medical treatment. Our specialty programs are specifically designed to meet the needs of long-term, acute-care patients. Please tour our website to learn more about our hospital, the specialty care we provide, career opportunities, and the benefits of being part of our great team of professionals. Feel free to call Administration for any additional information about ContinueCARE Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah or for career opportunities. We appreciate your interest and look forward to talking with you! Hospital Main Number: (270) 575-2597 Human Resources: (270) 415-6980