Critical Care Nurse in Arvada, CO

Provide critical care nursing expertise across multiple ICU settings within a flexible floating role based in a defined Colorado zone. This opportunity challenges experienced ICU Registered Nurses to deliver high-quality care to diverse patient populations, including medical, surgical, trauma, and cardiac ICU units. Precision, adaptability, and strong clinical acumen are essential to thrive in this dynamic environment.

Location & Floating Zone
This assignment is centered around Colorado Springs, CO, covering a 60-mile radius that includes several prominent hospitals such as Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Medical Center, St. Mary Corwin, and facilities in Pueblo and Canon City. Nurses must be comfortable floating throughout this zone, with housing arrangements that allow easy access across all locations. Orientation requires in-state presence for one week to ensure seamless integration.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in multiple ICU units including MICU, SICU, TICU, and CVICU.
• Manage critical drips including pressors, sedation, paralytics, antiarrhythmics, heparin, and insulin, with confidence in titration.
• Interpret cardiac telemetry independently due to absence of dedicated monitor techs.
• Collaborate with respiratory therapists and assist in ventilator management and respiratory interventions.
• Adhere to nurse-to-patient ratios typically ranging from 1:1 to 1:2, with occasional flex to 1:3 for lower acuity.
• Participate in a flexible schedule of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. shifts, including 6–9 weekend shifts within six-week schedules and potential holiday rotation.
• Support unit operations by floating to PCU/Step-down and med-surg telemetry as needed.

Qualifications / Desired Experience

• Current RN licensure with minimum 2 years ICU experience; 3+ years and Epic experience preferred for first-time travelers.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS required.
• Prior travel nurse experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Competence in critical drip titration and cardiac telemetry interpretation.
• Ability to adapt to multiple ICU specialties and floating assignments within the zone.

Benefits & Perks

• Healthcare benefits and flexible scheduling available.
• Paid time off options to support work-life balance.
• Orientation with dedicated preceptor support to ensure smooth transition.
• No fixed home base—opportunity to experience diverse clinical environments.

Step into a pivotal role that blends specialized skills with professional growth across varied ICU settings. Secure your position in this unique floating opportunity covering the Colorado Springs area and bring your critical care expertise to multiple communities. Apply now to advance your critical care nursing career.

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.