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Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,062 per week in Colorado Springs, CO

Malone Healthcare

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • $2,062

Highlights

Operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment including ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen systems in collaboration with Respiratory Therapy. Work in a well-supported environment with 24/7 in-house security, on-site respiratory therapy, and access to self-scheduling and block scheduling options.

Numbers & Facts

LocationColorado Springs, CO
Salary$2,062

Description

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct patient care in an ED Observation unit with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio, managing common presentations including abdominal pain, chest pain, fever, dyspnea, headache, and extremity pain
  • Administer and monitor common drips including cardiac, antihypertensive, antiarrhythmic, sedation, and analgesia agents
  • Operate and troubleshoot respiratory equipment including ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen systems in collaboration with Respiratory Therapy
  • Perform and/or assist with lab draws as needed alongside phlebotomy staff
  • Maintain compliance with weekend scheduling requirements, with an expected minimum of six weekend shifts per six-week schedule
  • Float within Zone 1 as determined by nurse manager based on unit staffing needs
Required Qualifications
  • Active RN licensure in the state of Colorado (or compact eligibility)
  • Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, NRP, and NIHSS
  • Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible; valid driver's license must be submitted
  • Must be available and present in-state for the full week of orientation, even if initial modules are conducted remotely
  • Willingness to wear navy blue scrubs per dress code requirements
Preferred Experience / Skills
  • Prior experience in an ED or ED Observation setting
  • Familiarity with psychiatric/seclusion room protocols and working alongside in-house security
  • Experience working with respiratory therapy equipment and interpreting patient monitoring data
Why Join Us
  • Work in a well-supported environment with 24/7 in-house security, on-site respiratory therapy, and access to self-scheduling and block scheduling options
  • Join a structured ED Observation unit with clear staffing ratios and dedicated ancillary support staff


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