ICU

ICU Travel RN — Lakewood, CO | 13-Week Contract | Nights

This multi-unit critical care assignment covers a Medical ICU, Cardiac Surgical ICU, and Neuro-Trauma ICU. The combined units manage a broad, high-acuity patient population including respiratory distress, DKA, renal failure, post-operative surgical patients (vascular, oncology, and reconstructive cases), non-STEMI/post-code cardiac patients, cardiac surgical patients (TAVR, CABG), and neurological, trauma, and orthopaedic cases.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 36 guaranteed hours per week
• 6–9 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Holiday requirements apply
• Self-scheduling model

Float Requirements

Nurses may be asked to float to other acuity levels, including step-down and med-surg telemetry, based on unit need.

Clinical Expectations

• Titrate vasopressors, inotropes, sedatives, analgesics, and specialized drips
• Perform 12-lead EKGs
• Read and interpret own telemetry strips
• Manage patients on CPAP, BiPAP, high-flow oxygen, and mechanical ventilation
• Respiratory Therapy and in-house intensivist/hospitalist support available 24/7
• Critical care tech support on unit

Required Certifications

• BLS (AHA)
• ACLS (AHA)
• NIHSS

Preferred Experience

• Minimum 1 year of trauma/surgical and neuro critical care experience
• General critical care background with demonstrated adaptability and strong teamwork skills

Additional Details

• Scrub color: Navy blue
• Clinicians must be in state for the week of orientation
• Valid driver's license required; must reside outside a 60-mile radius of the facility