Travel Nurse RN - Float PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Centennial, CO
GHG Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2490.20

Opportunity:

PCU/IMC Float

Job Details:

• Night shift position working 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• 6-9 weekend shifts required in a 6-week schedule
• May be asked to participate in holiday rotation
• Schedule is released 4-6 weeks in advance by leadership; travelers must be flexible to help fill gaps in permanent scheduling
• All time off requests must be submitted prior to starting assignment
• Traveler cannot miss more than 3 shifts in a 13-week contract; shifts can be made up at the front or back end of requested time off
• Rare on-call or standby requirement for low census situations
• Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment or 3 shifts for assignments less than 13 weeks
• Must float within Zone 1 (based around Colorado Springs, CO) covering a 60-mile radius; traveler is responsible for obtaining housing that makes floating throughout the full zone feasible
• Schedules follow one of two formats: assigned to a single facility for the week with floating within that facility as needed, or Just-In-Time (JIT) where facility is assigned 1-2 hours before shift start via call
• Float pool covers multiple PCU/IMC units across various specialties including General, Cardiac, Neuro, Oncology, Rehab, Renal, Bariatrics, Ortho, Trauma, and ED Observation
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3-4 dependent on acuity
• Patient population includes adults and geriatrics with diagnoses including Cardiac, Neuro, Ortho, Oncology, Renal, Urology post-surgical, General Surgery, Gynecology, Psych/Detox, ENT, and General Medicine
• Must be comfortable titrating and managing cardiac drips, insulin, Ativan, and heparin
• Common drips include Dopamine, Dobutamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Ativan, insulin, and heparin
• May be asked to float into other acuity levels including ICU (low acuity holds), PCU/Stepdown, and MS-Tele
• Nurse aides available on unit
• RT equipment including vents, CPAP, and BiPAP present on unit
• 1-2 days of orientation with a preceptor provided
• Charting system: EPIC; prior Epic experience preferred
• Minimum 2 years of PCU/IMC experience required; prior neuro experience preferred
• Must have experience with cardiac drips, insulin, and Ativan
• Required certifications: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA), NIHSS
• Any color scrubs permitted
• BSN not required

Facility:

This healthcare network operates multiple acute care facilities spanning a 60-mile radius zone centered around Colorado Springs, Colorado. The network includes several hospitals offering a wide range of specialty services across PCU/IMC units covering General, Cardiac, Neuro, Oncology, Rehab, Renal, Bariatrics, Orthopedic, Trauma, and Emergency Department Observation care. The organization utilizes EPIC as its charting system and maintains dedicated charge nurses on each unit to support clinical staff and ensure high-quality patient care.

Location:

Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado Springs is a vibrant city nestled at the base of Pikes Peak, offering breathtaking Rocky Mountain scenery and world-class outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, and rock climbing. The area boasts a thriving cultural scene, a low cost of living compared to other major Colorado cities, and an abundance of sunshine year-round, making it an exceptional place to live and work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.