ICU Registered Nurse
Thornton, CO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an ICU position in Thornton, CO, requiring a minimum of 1 year of recent ICU experience, active CO or compact RN license, and current BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications.

Details

• 28-bed ICU split across two pods (Pod A: 12 beds, Pod B: 16 beds) in a hospital setting
• Typical patient ratio of 1:2, with 1:1 or 1:3 possible depending on acuity
• Patient population includes neuro surgical, trauma (Level III, transitioning to Level II), cardiac and respiratory arrest, ETOH/drug withdrawal, and all ventilated patients
• Common procedures include management of vented patients, cardiac/respiratory arrest response, and neuro surgical care
• Equipment used includes Pyxis, Plum Pump IVs, GE bedside monitors, Nellcor, Arctic Sun, and Sub-Zero cooling systems
• EMR: Meditech (experience preferred)
• Day shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Critical care techs staffed 6 days a week, 0900–2100, on both shifts
• Each shift is led by one charge nurse; staffing levels vary based on census and acuity

Requirements

• Active CO RN license or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of clinical ICU experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• TNCC preferred
• Meditech EMR experience preferred
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration — no Canadian SSN accepted
• One professional reference required
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible

Additional Information

• Intensivists are available 24/7 and are known for being collaborative, patient-centered, and supportive of nursing staff
• The unit recently completed a 12-bed expansion and is undergoing a Level II trauma designation survey
• Staff tenure is varied, with some nurses having 20+ years of experience at this facility
• Travelers are welcomed and appreciated by the existing ICU team
• Ideal candidates are flexible, team-oriented, and committed to patient-centered care