RN: Med/Surg

Atlas MedStaff LLC.; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas MedStaff LLC. is seeking a travel Registered Nurse for a Med/Surg unit in Canon City, Colorado. This 13-week assignment involves 12-hour day shifts, caring for patients with conditions like CHF, hypertension, COPD and pneumonia, in a 1:4 ratio.

You will titrate drips and read telemonitors in a supportive setting with outdoor Colorado scenery. Mandatory BLS and ACLS, with preference for ventilator experience; self-scheduling with six weekend shifts per six weeks and flexibility to float

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• BLS and ACLS certification required.
• Experience with med/surg patients and complex conditions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for Med/Surg patients with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio.
• Titrate drips and monitor patient vitals and analgesia/blood pressure meds.
• Read telemonitors and respond to alarms promptly.
• Ventilator management experience preferred.
• Self-scheduling of shifts with a minimum of six weekend shifts every six weeks.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

RN license

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

Telemonitoring

Ventilator management

Job description

Job Description:

Join our team as a travel Registered Nurse on the Med/Surg unit in Canon City, Colorado. This 13-week assignment involves 12-hour day shifts and offers a chance to work with patients experiencing conditions like CHF, hypertension, pneumonia, COPD exacerbations, and gastrointestinal issues. You’ll be responsible for managing multiple patients with a patient ratio of 1:4, titrating drips such as analgesics and blood pressure medications, and reading telemonitors. This role provides a great opportunity to deepen your clinical skills in a supportive environment, all while exploring the scenic beauty of Colorado.

Weather:

Expect generally mild and pleasant weather around this time of year, with comfortable daytime temperatures and clear skies, making outdoor activities enjoyable and exploring the natural surroundings a real treat.

Fun Things To Do:

• Hiking in the Royal Gorge region
• Visit to the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
• Day trip to Great Sand Dunes National Park
• Exploring historic Colorado Springs
• Rafting adventure on the Arkansas River

Job Specifics:

Location: Canon City, Colorado. Shift: 12-hour days. Duration: 13 weeks with a commitment of approximately 36 hours per week. Schedule includes self-scheduling of shifts and a minimum of six weekend shifts per six-week cycle. Flexibility for floating within the zone and participation in holiday shifts are required. Certification in BLS and ACLS is mandatory, along with experience managing complex medical conditions and titrating drips. Familiarity with telemonitor reading and managing ventilator equipment is preferred. The role offers enriching clinical exposure in a well-supported setting, perfect for healthcare professionals looking to build experience and enjoy Colorado’s outdoor splendors.