Location: Lone Tree, CO

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 05-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (days not specified)

Hours per Week: 36

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 high-quality perioperative nursing care for orthopedic and spine surgical patients
• Prepare and maintain a sterile field and ensure proper setup of multiple OR equipment
• Assist surgeons and the OR team during procedures such as joint replacements, arthroscopic sports medicine cases, and spine fusions
• Advocate for patient safety and comfort throughout pre-op, intra-op, and immediate post-op phases
• Collaborate with charge nurses, CSTs and ancillary staff to coordinate surgical blocks and case flow
• Document care accurately and communicate effectively with the care team to support excellent outcomes
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment and support teammates across varied personalities and schedules

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of practice (required)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, with perioperative/OR experience preferred
• Demonstrated orthopedic and spine surgery experience (Orthopedic, Spine, Total Joint, Sports Medicine) — candidates without these will not be considered
• Comfortable working 12-hour day shifts and in a fast-paced OR environment
• Strong teamwork, communication, and patient advocacy skills

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN) and active RN license

Knowledge & Skills

• Familiarity with orthopedic and spine surgical procedures and instruments
• Ability to manage multiple OR equipment and maintain sterile technique
• Comfortable working with surgical teams during complex joint and spine cases
• Excellent situational awareness, prioritization, and adaptability in the OR
• Strong interpersonal skills for working with multidisciplinary teams

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make credentialing easier
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and onboarding support for a smooth start
• A supportive OR team that values your expertise and growth
• Opportunities for continuing education and specialty training in orthopedics and spine
• Referral program—bring a friend and help grow a great team

Travel Perks: Explore Lone Tree, CO

Lone Tree sits just south of Denver with easy access to great outdoor and cultural activities. Explore RidgeGate open spaces and nearby trails, catch a performance at the Lone Tree Arts Center, or enjoy shopping and dining along RidgeGate Parkway. Weekend escapes are a breeze—head into Denver for museums and nightlife, or drive west to the Front Range and Rocky Mountain National Park for hiking, wildlife viewing, and world-class scenery. In winter, popular ski resorts like Breckenridge and Vail are within reach for a quick snow day.

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