Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Alamosa, CO
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel assignment as an ICU Registered Nurse in Alamosa, CO! Join our healthcare team in the Critical Care Float Pool, providing expert clinical support across ICU, Emergency Department (ED), and Med/Surg units at a top acute care hospital and its sister facility just 15 minutes away. Discover the beauty of Colorado nursing jobs in the San Luis Valley, surrounded by mountain vistas and endless outdoor adventures, while making a meaningful impact in a supportive, close-knit healthcare community.

Key Job Details – ICU Registered Nurse (Travel Assignment)

• Location: Alamosa, CO 81101 (Colorado healthcare jobs)
• Assignment Type: Travel Nurse, On-Site
• Start Date: January 5, 2026
• End Date: April 6, 2026
• Duration: 13-week contract
• Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (18:00 – 06:00)
• Hours per Week: 36 (Guaranteed hours)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Float Requirement: Yes, between main campus and sister facility (within 15 minutes)
• Scrub Color: Employee preference
• Parking: Free in any unrestricted space

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience required
• Previous travel nurse experience required
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state of Colorado or compact state)
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS
• Preferred certifications: NIHSS, TNCC
• Experience with MediTech Expanse or similar charting systems
• Ability to float between ICU, ED, and Med/Surg units
• Proficient in advanced critical care procedures: para/thoracentesis, intubation, central line and arterial line placement, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, ventilator care
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (October 1 – March 31)
• Two supervisor references from the last 18 months required

ICU Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate patient care across ICU, ED, and Med/Surg units
• Float between main campus and sister facility as needed
• Perform advanced critical care procedures, including ventilator management, central and arterial line care, and rapid response participation
• Interpret and manage cardiac dysrhythmias; respond to emergencies
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (respiratory therapy, pharmacy, social services)
• Document care accurately using MediTech Expanse
• Maintain infection prevention standards and adhere to isolation precautions
• Participate in weekend and holiday coverage as scheduled

Why Alamosa, CO? Experience Colorado nursing jobs in the scenic San Luis Valley! Alamosa offers small-town charm, outdoor adventure, and easy access to Great Sand Dunes National Park, hiking, skiing, and vibrant local culture. Join our healthcare team and enjoy a welcoming community while advancing your nursing career in beautiful Colorado.

Apply now to join our healthcare team as an ICU Registered Nurse in Alamosa, Colorado!

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.