Registered Nurse - Med Surg
Location: Thornton, CO
Start Date: 01-19-2026
End Date: 04-20-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Rotating nights, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (12-hour night shift), schedule may include weekends - Night
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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
- Monitor remote telemetry and accurately interpret cardiac strips to keep patients safe
- Manage cardiac drips including amiodarone, diltiazem and heparin infusions with vigilance
- Provide skilled post-operative and med-surg nursing care for adult patients
- Document patient assessments and care clearly and efficiently in MediTech EMR
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient-centered care
- Educate patients and families about care plans and discharge instructions
- Maintain patient safety and advocate for appropriate staffing and resources
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Colorado or compact preferred)
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience; med-surg/telemetry experience preferred
- Proven ability to read telemetry strips - required
- ACLS certification preferred and current BLS expected
- Experience with MediTech EMR or similar electronic charting systems
- Comfort managing cardiac drips and post-op surgical patients
- High-energy, team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
Education
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN) with RN licensure
Knowledge & Skills
- Telemetry interpretation and remote monitoring systems
- Cardiac drip management and heparin infusion protocols
- Post-op med-surg patient care best practices
- Proficiency with MediTech EMR documentation
- Prioritization, critical thinking and bedside assessment skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-energy unit
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you feel at home quickly
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Life insurance and basic protections for peace of mind
- Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Travel reimbursement and support for smooth relocation logistics
- Referral bonus program and perks for bringing great teammates onboard
- A supportive, high-energy team that values your skills and personality
Travel Perks: Explore Thornton, CO
Thornton sits just north of Denver, so you get easy access to city life and the great outdoors. Explore Cherry Creek State Park for lakeside trails, catch a concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, browse Denver museums and breweries, or take quick weekend drives to Boulder and the Front Range for hiking. Winter brings nearby ski areas like Eldora and Winter Park for day trips. Plenty of local dining, parks and community events make this a lively place to spend a travel assignment.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Med Surg? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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