ICU Registered Nurse
Durango, CO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level III trauma acute care setting in Colorado requiring critical care expertise and night shift flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care ICU with mixed units including MICU, SICU, TICU, and CVICU
• Level III trauma center caring for a variety of high-acuity patients
• Nurse to patient ratios range from 1:1 for critical cases (e.g., CRRT, IABP, Impella) to 1:2, may flex up to 1:3 based on acuity
• Patients include general ICU, trauma, and cardiovascular cases with complex conditions
• Must titrate critical drips such as pressors, sedation, paralytics, antiarrhythmics, heparin, and insulin
• RNs read and interpret tele strips; no monitor tech support
• Respiratory therapy designated for ICU but not onsite 24/7; vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow used
• Night shift position with 12-hour shifts
• Schedule includes 6-9 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Floating is generally not required within the zone, but may occur in extreme cases
• Uses Epic for charting; experience preferred, required for first-time travelers
• Role includes managing complex ICU patients, troubleshooting and managing respiratory support, and independently interpreting telemetry
• Charge nurse present on each shift, typically does not take a full patient assignment
• No nurse aides are present; sitter may be provided for specific needs
• Unit orientation includes 1-2 days with a preceptor plus week of general orientation
• Dress code is any color scrubs
• Time off requests must be submitted prior to assignment
• May participate in holiday coverage rotation
• Not open to candidates employed by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the past year
• First-time travelers are considered if all additional requirements are met

Requirements

• Active CO or compact RN license required at the time of application (no pending licenses accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• First-time travelers must have at least 3 years of ICU experience and Epic charting experience
• Current certifications in BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and NIHSS required
• Must be comfortable managing advanced critical care equipment and titrating all critical care drips
• Driver's license must be provided for consideration
• Two references required: one supervisor reference from the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor reference from the last 3 years, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Candidates must reside at least 60 miles from the facility

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