Location: Meeker, CO

Start Date: 12-18-2025

End Date: 03-19-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, Days (No call, No weekends; specific start/end times vary by facility) - Day shift

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 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 compassionate perioperative nursing care in Preop and PACU for orthopedic and general surgery patients
• Serve as OR circulator during procedures, ensuring patient safety, sterile technique, and efficient workflow
• Monitor and assess patients in PACU, recognizing and responding quickly to changes in condition
• Collaborate with surgical teams, anesthesia, and perioperative staff to coordinate smooth patient transitions
• Document patient care accurately and communicate clear handoffs to the next care team
• Participate in quality improvement efforts and maintain compliance with facility policies and standards

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Colorado RN license required
• Active BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Perioperative experience (OR circulation and PACU) with exposure to orthopedic and general surgery cases
• Previous experience as a Registered Nurse in surgical/procedural settings preferred
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in PACU assessment and postoperative stabilization
• Knowledgeable in OR circulation duties, sterile field management, and instrument support
• Familiarity with orthopedic surgical procedures and patient positioning
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and respond to acute changes in patient status
• Comfortable with electronic medical records and accurate clinical documentation

Benefits

• Generous housing assistance options (shared 2BR/2BA possibility with affordable cost sharing)
• Competitive travel pay and travel reimbursement to get you on assignment smoothly
• Licensure and certification assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Supportive clinical team that values work-life balance
• Opportunity for continuing education and professional growth while on assignment
• Access to local resources via Medefis housing and facility portals

Travel Perks: Explore Meeker, CO

Meeker is a great base for outdoor adventure—think scenic drives, fishing and rafting on nearby rivers, and hiking in the White River National Forest and Flat Tops Wilderness. Enjoy small-town Colorado charm, local events and rodeos, cozy restaurants and cafes, and easy weekend trips to larger mountain towns for skiing, dining, and sightseeing.

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