First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Denver, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department / ER Float
Location: Denver, Colorado – Zone 3
Contract: 13 Weeks
Shift: 12-Hour Shifts
Schedule: Flexible; including weekends & holidays
Weekly Scheduling: Schedule released 4–6 weeks in advance
Float Requirement: Mandatory throughout Zone 3
Orientation: 2–3 days unit/department-specific
Scrub Color: Navy Blue
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse – Emergency Department (ED/ER) for a 13-week travel assignment in Zone 3, based around Denver City Center. Travelers must be comfortable floating between multiple facilities within the designated 60-mile zone and working in a variety of Emergency Department environments based on facility needs.
This position offers exposure to high-acuity emergency care, trauma, STEMI and stroke-receiving facilities, with patient populations ranging from medical emergencies to trauma and critical conditions.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of recent ED/ER nursing experience – Required
- Active RN license
- BLS – Required
- ACLS – Required
- PALS – Required
- NIHSS – Required
- TNCC – Required
- Ability to float throughout the assigned Zone 3
- Strong emergency assessment, triage and critical-thinking skills
- Must be comfortable interpreting telemetry independently
- Must be able to perform Point-of-Care (POC) testing after training
- Valid driver's license must be submitted with profile
Emergency Department Details - Department: ER/ED Float
- Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:4–5, based on acuity
- Daily ER Volume: Approximately 40–168 patients/day, depending on facility
- Trauma: Varies; includes Trauma Level III facilities
- STEMI/Stroke: Majority of receiving facilities support STEMI and stroke patients
- Patient Population: Abdominal pain, diabetes, NSTEMI, pneumonia, trauma, stroke, hypertension and other emergency conditions
- ER Holds: Mixed within the Emergency Department
- Psych/Seclusion Rooms: No separate rooms
- Fast Track: Varies by facility
- Triage: Varies by location; travelers may be required to assist with triage
- Charge Nurse: Charge nurses may take a patient assignment
- RT Coverage: Available 24/7
- Telemetry: No dedicated monitor tech; RNs must independently read and interpret telemetry
- Lab Testing: RNs will receive training and perform Point-of-Care testing
- Support Staff: Techs assist with unit secretary duties, floor support and triage
Scheduling
- 12-hour shifts
- Leadership creates schedules approximately 6 weeks at a time
- Travelers must remain flexible and assist with permanent staffing gaps
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend OR equivalent number of weekends (approximately 6–9 within a 6-week scheduling period)
- Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday
- No call/standby requirement
Scheduling Options
- Option A – Standard Scheduling
- Traveler is scheduled at one facility for the week
- May float within that facility as needed
- Option B – Just-In-Time (JIT) Scheduling
- Facility assignment may be provided 1–2 hours before the shift starts via phone call
Attendance & Contract Requirements
- Travelers may not miss more than 3 shifts during the 13-week contract
- Missed shifts may be made up at the beginning and/or end of the assignment when approved
- A minimum 2-week notice is required to avoid a back-out penalty
- Travelers must be flexible with scheduling and floating requirements
Orientation
- Unit/department-specific orientation: 2–3 days
- Clinicians must be in-state during the week of orientation, even if initial modules are completed remotely
- All required orientation and onboarding activities must be completed as instructed
Hiring Process
- Candidate interview conducted by the MedSol Clinical Team
- No Unit Manager interview/involvement
Why Consider This Assignment?
- 13-week travel assignment in the Denver area
- Exposure to multiple Emergency Department settings
- Variety of patient acuity and emergency conditions
- Experience across trauma, STEMI and stroke-receiving facilities
- Consistent 12-hour shift structure
- Opportunity to work across a broad Denver-area clinical zone
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About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus