Progressive Care Unit RN
Englewood, CO
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,770/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Location: Denver, Colorado
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36
Unit Information
- Cardiac progressive/intermediate care unit with 30 beds
- Staff includes approximately 65 members: RNs and Patient Care Technicians (PCTs)
- Day shift: 1 Charge RN, 5-8 RNs, 2-4 PCTs
- Night shift: 1 Charge RN, 5-8 nurses, 2-3 PCTs
- Patient ratios typically 1:4, sometimes 1:5
- Equipment used: telemetry monitors, transport monitors, suction devices, feeding pumps, tracheostomy care, BiPAP, CPAP, heated high flow oxygen, chest tubes, Foley catheters, pacer wires/pacemakers, IV pumps, sequential compression devices (SCD) pumps
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system: Meditech
Typical Procedures
- Post-cardiac catheterization care (right & left heart caths, TAVRs, ablations, Watchman device, pacemaker implantations, TR band management, neurovascular checks)
- Post-thoracic surgery care (VATS/RATS, resections, lobectomies, chest tube management)
- Pre- and post-care of open-heart surgical patients (CABGs, MVRs, AVRs, aortic dissection repairs)
- Vascular surgery post-operative care
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (PCU) within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Current certifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS)
Preferred Skills (Not Required but Highly Valued)
- Chest tube management and removal
- Removal of pacer wires
- 12-lead EKG interpretation
- Oxygen management up to BiPAP and heated high flow
- Experience with drips including heparin, diltiazem, amiodarone, Lasix, dobutamine, milrinone, ketamine
Work Environment & Culture
- Fast-paced, high-acuity cardiac unit recognized for excellence
- Team-oriented with emphasis on communication and collaboration
- Values flexibility, adaptability, and high energy in staff
Additional Notes
- This is a competitive market; candidates with the preferred skills and certifications are prioritized
- The unit uses advanced cardiac care technology and supports professional growth in a challenging environment
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Englewood, CO
As a Travel Cardiac Progressive Care Unit Nurse in Englewood, CO here's what you should know:- Englewood's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs in Englewood are around 88°F, while winter lows can drop to 19°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Englewood, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Englewood is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system operated by the Regional Transportation District (RTD).
- Englewood has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Englewood offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy nearby golf courses and recreational facilities.
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