TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in Durango, Colorado, 81301!
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical / Telemetry Float Pool
Location
Durango, CO | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Night Shift | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Travelers are expected to be flexible and help fill gaps in permanent scheduling; all time-off requests must be submitted prior to starting the assignment
Key Responsibilities
- Float across multiple units within the MS-Tele float pool, including General MS-Tele, Cardiac, Neuro, Oncology, Rehab, Renal, Bariatrics, Ortho, Trauma, and ED Observation
- Provide direct patient care to an adult and geriatric population with diagnoses including cardiac, neurological, orthopedic, oncology, renal/urology post-surgical, general surgery, gynecology, psych/detox, ENT, and general medicine conditions
- Maintain nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:5–6 based on acuity; may be asked to float to ICU (low-acuity holds), PCU/Stepdown, or MS-Tele units as needed
- Titrate Heparin drips as required; work with RT equipment including vents, CPAP, and BiPAP
- Collaborate with designated charge nurses and nurse aides; night shift charge nurses may occasionally carry a small patient assignment
- Participate in weekend coverage (expected 6–9 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule) and may be included in holiday rotation
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license valid in the state of Colorado
- Current BLS certification required
- Current ACLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical / Telemetry experience
- Must live at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible; valid driver's license must be submitted
- Must be present in state for the week of orientation, even if initial modules are completed remotely
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior neurological nursing experience strongly preferred
- Experience floating across multiple acuity levels, including PCU/Stepdown or ICU settings
- Familiarity with Heparin drip titration and respiratory therapy equipment (vents, CPAP, BiPAP)
Why Join Us
- Gain diverse clinical exposure across a broad range of specialties within a dynamic float pool environment
- Work within a structured scheduling model with 6-week schedule visibility, providing a degree of planning consistency throughout your assignment