Location: Loveland, CO

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Overnight 12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC (full-time nocturnist schedule; specific days assigned by department)

Hours per Week: 36

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 trauma and acute care surgery coverage overnight at a Level II trauma center
• Assess patients, order and interpret diagnostics, and develop clear, actionable treatment plans
• Manage trauma and emergency general surgery patients across inpatient settings
• Support trauma surgeons with procedures and ongoing patient management
• Document all care accurately and efficiently in Epic EMR
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to maintain high standards of patient safety
• Ensure compliance with medical staff bylaws and privileging processes
• Participate in UCHealth mentorship, leadership development, and continuing education programs

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner credential appropriate for scope of practice; Colorado licensure or ability to obtain licensure preferred
• Minimum 2 years of trauma surgery experience required; completion of a surgical fellowship is highly preferred
• Proven experience in trauma care, acute care surgery, and inpatient management
• Proficiency with Epic EMR for documentation and clinical workflows
• Strong procedural skills, clinical assessment, and diagnostic interpretation
• Ability to work autonomously overnight while collaborating effectively with surgical teams
• UCHealth system clearance required; visa sponsorship not available (no J-1 or H-1B)
• BLS and ACLS certifications are preferred

Education

• Graduate degree as a Nurse Practitioner (MSN or DNP) or equivalent NP credential

Knowledge & Skills

• Trauma care and acute care surgery principles and practices
• Inpatient management and clinical documentation best practices
• Procedural competence and confident patient assessment skills
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies in a time-sensitive environment
• Experience working as a nocturnist and managing overnight surgical workflows
• Effective multidisciplinary team communication and collaboration
• Familiarity with Epic EMR and electronic clinical documentation

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Fully paid malpractice insurance so you can focus on care, not paperwork
• Retirement savings with employer match and optional supplemental plans
• Dedicated CME support including an annual allowance and 5 CME days
• Paid time off starting at hire plus family and medical leave options, including Colorado FAMLI
• Short- and long-term disability options and other voluntary benefits to protect what matters
• Education benefits and tuition assistance for select programs to fuel your growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness guidance and support to help manage student debt
• A culture of mentorship, leadership development, and ongoing professional education

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