Registered Nurse - PCU
Location: Aurora, CO
Start Date: 01-19-2026
End Date: 04-20-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (specific days not specified)
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
- Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care for progressive care unit patients
- Continuously monitor telemetry and intervene promptly on changes in cardiac rhythm
- Administer medications and treatments safely and document care accurately in Meditech
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and the interdisciplinary team to create patient-centered care plans
- Educate patients and families about condition management, discharge needs, and follow-up care
- Float between Med/Tele, PCU, and rehab units as needed to support patient care and unit staffing
- Support a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement on the unit
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license for practice (Colorado licensure or appropriate compact privilege)
- Minimum 2 years of strong telemetry experience (explicit requirement)
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Chemo certification preferred for optional oncology scheduling
- Comfort with floating across Med/Tele, PCU, and rehab units and working in a team-oriented environment
Education
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) credential (licensure required)
Knowledge & Skills
- Proficient with telemetry monitoring and cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Experience using Meditech or similar EMR systems for documentation
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Ability to manage 1:5 patient ratios with efficiency and compassion
- Excellent communication and teamwork to support cross-unit patient care
Benefits
- Housing assistance and travel support to help you settle in quickly
- Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
- 401K retirement savings plan with employer match
- Life insurance and disability protection
- Paid time off to rest, recharge, and explore
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep credentials current
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Referral bonus program for sharing great teammates
- A supportive team that values compassion, flexibility, and growth
Travel Perks: Explore Aurora, CO
Explore the Aurora and greater Denver area during your time off: hike or picnic at Cherry Creek State Park or Aurora Reservoir, stroll the Aurora Cultural Arts District, shop and dine at Southlands Shopping Center, and take quick trips into Denver to visit the Denver Art Museum, Denver Botanic Gardens, and sports and music venues. Weekend escapes to the foothills and Rocky Mountain trailheads are an easy drive for scenic day trips and outdoor adventures.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - PCU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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