Location: Denver, CO

Start Date: 04-27-2026

End Date: 07-27-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days: Not specified, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $53 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 safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care in the operating room
• Prepare the OR environment and ensure sterile technique and instrument readiness
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the perioperative team
• Monitor patient status intraoperatively and respond to changes promptly
• Document care accurately and communicate patient needs during handoffs
• Support patient and family education before and after surgical procedures
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license—eligible to practice in Colorado or with a compact license
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience (as stated in the job posting)
• Experience in Operating Room / Perioperative Nursing strongly preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced certifications (ACLS) a plus if applicable
• Strong teamwork, communication, and ability to work efficiently in fast-paced surgical settings

Education

• ADN or BSN in Nursing (BSN preferred when available)

Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough understanding of sterile technique and perioperative protocols
• Skill with surgical instrumentation and OR setup
• Patient assessment and intraoperative monitoring expertise
• Effective communication with multidisciplinary surgical teams
• Comfortable with electronic health record documentation and accurate charting

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and support to make your travel assignment comfy
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you stay healthy while you help others
• 401K retirement savings plan to keep your future bright
• Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between cases and assignments
• Travel reimbursement and logistics support for an easy transition
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay compliant
• A supportive perioperative team that values your skills and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Denver, CO

This is a travel assignment in Denver — enjoy stunning nearby attractions like Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre for live music and hikes, Rocky Mountain National Park for day trips and wildlife viewing, and world-class skiing just a short drive away in the winter. Explore Denver’s lively LoDo and Larimer Square dining scenes, craft breweries and coffee shops, the Denver Art Museum and Botanic Gardens, plus easy weekend escapes to mountain towns like Breckenridge and Vail. Plenty to do when you’re off shift!

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