Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,291 per week in Englewood, CO

Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit – Colorado

Start Date: July 27, 2026
Location: Englewood, Colorado
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Night Shift, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Highlights:

• 30-bed Progressive Care Unit specializing in cardiac and thoracic surgical patients
• Patient ratios typically 1:4, occasionally 1:5
• Fast-paced, high-acuity environment at a designated cardiac center of excellence
• Advanced equipment including telemetry, transport monitors, chest tubes, BiPAP, heated high-flow oxygen, and IV pumps
• EMR system: Meditech
• Collaborative team of experienced RNs and PCTs working in a challenging specialty unit

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care Progressive Care Unit or Step-Down hospital experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required
• Experience with chest tube management, pacer wire removal, 12-lead EKGs preferred
• Proficiency with oxygen management up to BiPAP and heated high-flow
• Experience with cardiac drips including heparin, diltiazem, amiodarone, Lasix, dobutamine, milrinone preferred
• Post-cardiac catheterization care experience highly valued

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a specialized cardiac and thoracic surgical progressive care environment at a recognized center of excellence. You'll care for a diverse patient population including post-catheterization, post-thoracic surgery, and pre/post open-heart surgical patients, gaining exposure to complex procedures like TAVRs, ablations, lobectomies, and valve replacements. The team values communication, collaboration, and adaptability, making this an ideal setting for high-energy nurses who thrive in challenging, fast-paced clinical environments.