Travel RN - Med/Surg Float Pool

American Traveler; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Float Pool RN for a Level 1 trauma hospital in Colorado. The role requires an active CO or Compact RN license, BLS/ACLS, and at least 2 years of MS-Tele experience.

Neuro experience is a plus, BSN is not required, and a valid driver's license plus two professional references are mandatory. The RN will float across units including General MS-Tele, Cardiac, Neuro, Oncology, and more, with a 1:5-6 patient ratio and 12-hour night shifts.

Qualifications

• Active CO or Compact RN license required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification (AHA).
• Minimum 2 years of MS-Tele experience required.
• Neuro experience preferred.
• BSN not required.
• Driver's license copy required for consideration.
• Two professional references: one supervisor within 12 months and one from within 3 years with dates and rehiring status.

Responsibilities

• Float across multiple units including General MS-Tele, Cardiac, Neuro, Oncology, Rehab, Renal, Bariatrics, Ortho, Trauma, and ED Observation.
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6 based on acuity; may float to ICU, PCU/Stepdown, and MS-Tele.
• Night shift; 12-hour shifts (7p-7a).
• 36 guaranteed hours per week; 6-9 weekend shifts in a 6-week schedule; possible holiday rotation.
• Use Epic EMR; titrate Heparin drips; designated charge nurse on each unit who typically does not take a patient assignment.

Skills

MS-Tele experience

BLS

ACLS

Neuro experience (preferred)

Driver's license

Two references

Education

BSN not required

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Float Pool RN for a Level 1 trauma hospital, requiring 2 years of MS-Tele experience and a CO or compact RN license.

Requirements

• Active CO or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certification (AHA)
• Minimum 2 years of MS-Tele experience required
• Neuro experience preferred
• BSN not required
• Driver's license copy required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

Responsibilities

• MS-Tele Float Pool position within an acute care, Level 1 trauma hospital
• Floats across multiple units including General MS-Tele, Cardiac, Neuro, Oncology, Rehab, Renal, Bariatrics, Ortho, Trauma, and ED Observation
• Adult and geriatric patient population with diagnoses spanning post-surgical, general medicine, psych/detox, ENT, and long-term placement cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6 based on acuity
• May float to other acuity levels including ICU (low acuity holds), PCU/Stepdown, and MS-Tele
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts (7p-7a)
• 36 guaranteed hours per week
• 6-9 weekend shifts within a 6-week schedule
• May be required to work during holiday rotation
• Rare call/standby requirement for low census situations
• Schedule created by leadership in 6-week blocks; flexibility expected to fill scheduling gaps
• Uses Epic EMR
• RNs titrate Heparin drips
• Designated charge nurse on each unit who typically does not take a patient assignment
• Nursing aide support available on the unit
• Respiratory therapy equipment in use, including vents, CPAP, and BiPap
• Any scrub color permitted
• 1-2 days of unit-specific orientation with a preceptor
• Week of orientation requires clinicians to be in-state, even if initial modules are completed remotely
• All time off requests must be submitted prior to starting the assignment
• Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts during the 13-week assignment
• Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rate
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts