Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Start Date: 11-09-2026

End Date: 02-08-2027

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 12‑hour schedule (e.g., 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), includes weekdays and weekends as needed

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $61.60 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive ICU patient care, monitoring vitals and responding to changes promptly
• Titrate and manage vasopressors, inotropes, sedatives, analgesics, and other critical drips
• Collaborate with intensivists, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary team members
• Document patient care accurately using EPIC charting system
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and patient/family education
• Participate in unit orientation and ongoing education activities

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Colorado
• BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA)
• NIHSS certification
• Minimum 2 years ICU experience
• Ability to work 12‑hour night shifts and weekend assignments

Education

• Common diagnoses/Types of patients Abd Pain, CP, Fever, Cough, Dyspnea, Headache, Injury, Extremity Pain
• Experience or 'Must have' skills NIHSS,
• Are RNs required to titrate drips? Yes
• Common titratable &/or set rate drips Vasopressors, Inotropes, Sedatives, Analgesics, Metabolic, Specilized
• Charge Nurse/House Supervisor? Does the charge nurse take an assignment? Yes
• Are there nurse aids on this unit/Ratios
• Hospitalist or Intensivist in house Yes
• RT in ICU 24/7 Yes
• RT Equipment (vents, Cpap, Bi Pap, etc) Cpap, Bi Pap, High Flow, vents,
• Are there Tele/Monitor Techs on this unit? Are RNs required to read their own strips? What brand are the tele monitors? No
• Shifts & Scheduling (Do you allow self-scheduling? Block scheduling?) Self sceduling and Block
• Weekend Requirements Yes - Full and part-time employees are expected to self-schedule a minimum of six weekend shifts per six-week schedule, aligning with department needs, unit staffing plans, and ensuring equitable distribution among all staff
• Holiday Requirements Yes
• Is there a call or standby requirement? Determined by NM
• Floating Requirements Determined by NM
• If needed could float within Zone 1
• Scrub Color/Dress Code Navy Blue
• Unit/Department specific orientation Date & location assigned during week of orientation
• Specialty: ICU

Knowledge & Skills

• Critical care assessment and intervention
• Ventilator, CPAP, BiPAP, and high‑flow oxygen management
• Hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation
• Medication infusion pump operation
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast‑paced environment

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off to recharge
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement
• Travel stipend and housing assistance
• Employee referral bonus program

Travel Perks: Explore Colorado Springs, CO

When you’re off the unit, explore the stunning Colorado Springs area – hike the iconic Garden of the Gods, take a scenic drive up Pikes Peak, stroll through the historic downtown, or unwind at the nearby hot springs. Outdoor adventure and cultural attractions are right at your doorstep.

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