ICU
Travel RN – Cardiac ICU | Englewood, CO | 13-Week Contract
Join a collaborative Cardiac ICU team in the Denver metro area. This is a day-shift position running 05:00–17:00, with 36 guaranteed hours per week on a 13-week contract with a start date of November 16, 2026.
Unit Overview
The Cardiac ICU manages complex, high-acuity patients including cardiac, neurological, and medical ICU populations. The unit benefits from 24/7 intensivist, neuro-intensivist, and trauma surgeon coverage, ensuring strong physician support at all times.
Clinical Scope
- Common procedures: intubations and central line placement
- Equipment used includes cardiac monitoring systems, ventilators, IV pumps, tube feed pumps, and Swan catheters
- Low nurse-to-patient ratios support safe, high-quality patient care
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of current ICU hospital experience (required)
- Active BLS and ACLS certifications (required)
- NIH Stroke Scale certification (required)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with neuro or medical ICU patient populations
- Familiarity with cardiac monitoring and Swan management
Ideal Candidate
A team-oriented clinician who thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and prioritizes patient care above all else. Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable managing critically ill patients alongside a well-staffed multidisciplinary team.
