RN: Med/Surg

Atlas MedStaff LLC.; Fort Morgan (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas MedStaff LLC places a 13-week contract registered nurse in a Medical-Surgical unit in Fort Morgan, Colorado. You will work 12-hour nights, 36 hours per week, caring for patients with CHF, hypertension, COPD, and complex GI issues.

Expect to titrate drips, assess telemetry, and escalate concerns to physicians. This position emphasizes independence, clinical judgment, and strong teamwork in a rural hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for medical-surgical patients with CHF, HTN, COPD, and GI issues.
• Ability to titrate analgesics, anticoagulants, and antihypertensives.
• Proficient in monitoring EKGs and escalating concerns promptly.
• Able to work 12-hour night shifts on a 13-week contract.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care for complex medical-surgical patients.
• Monitor vitals, labs, and IV infusions during shifts.
• Interpret EKGs and respond to arrhythmias per protocol.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to ensure patient safety.

Skills

Telemetry interpretation

Acute care nursing

IV drip titration

EKG assessment

Team communication

Education

RN license

Tools

ECG machine

Job description

Job Description:

Join our team for a 13-week contract working nights in a busy Medical-Surgical unit in Fort Morgan, Colorado. You’ll be responsible for managing patients with conditions like CHF, hypertension, COPD, and complex gastrointestinal issues, often working with lower resource settings typical of rural hospitals. Expect to titrate drips such as analgesics, anticoagulants, and antihypertensives, while assessing EKG strips and escalating concerns to physicians. This role offers a unique chance to hone your acute care skills in a close-knit, supportive environment, where independence and clinical judgment are highly valued.

Weather:

The weather around this time of year tends to be crisp and clear with mild to cool temperatures, making outdoor activities enjoyable and comfortable.

Fun Things To Do:

• Historical Fort Morgan Museum: Explore local history and culture.
• Colorado State Forest State Park: Enjoy scenic views, hiking, and wildlife watching on a day trip.
• Hiking in Pawnee National Grasslands: Experience vast open skies and natural beauty.
• Fishing at Jackson Lake: Spend a relaxing day catching trout and more.
• Visit Sterling Park: Perfect for picnics, outdoor sports, or just unwinding in nature.

Job Specifics:

Location: Fort Morgan, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours