Med Surg RN
Thornton, CO
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,638/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a high-energy Med/Surg RN travel team in Thornton, CO, and care for adult medical-surgical and post-op patients in a collaborative, fast-paced acute care environment. This 13-week nursing assignment is a great fit for an experienced Registered Nurse who enjoys dynamic patient care, supportive teammates, and the Denver metro area with easy access to city amenities and the Rocky Mountain lifestyle.
Job Details
- Position: Med/Surg RN, Travel Nurse
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing Assignment
- Location: Thornton, CO 80229
- Start Date: 8/31/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
- Hours Per Week: 36 guaranteed hours
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,460 - $1,540
- Setting: Medical-Surgical / Orthopedic unit with remote telemetry
- Patient Ratio: 5:1
- EMR: Meditech
Job Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of current Med/Surg RN acute care experience
- Current Colorado RN license or compact RN license required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- ACLS preferred
- Meditech experience preferred
- Ability to thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced acute care environment
- Strong teamwork, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled bedside care to adult Med/Surg and post-operative patients
- Monitor patients on remote telemetry and respond to changes in condition
- Care for patients receiving cardiac drips such as amiodarone, diltiazem, and heparin
- Collaborate with charge nurses, support staff, and the broader healthcare team to deliver safe, quality patient care
- Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively using the unit’s EMR system
- Support a positive, energetic unit culture while delivering excellent patient outcomes
Apply now to take the next step in your Med/Surg RN travel nursing career in Thornton, Colorado!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Thornton, CO
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Thornton, CO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Thornton, CO is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary factor.
- However, wages generally align with the higher cost of living.
- In the summer, Thornton experiences average highs of around 88°F and lows of 57°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 43°F and lows of 17°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Thornton, and they can be relatively easy to find with some research and assistance from local real estate agents.
- Thornton is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are also available, including bus services connecting to nearby cities.
- Thornton has a diverse population with a mix of age groups.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the high altitude.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Thornton offers a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, and there are opportunities to explore art and music in nearby Denver.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local recreational activities, and outdoor lovers can explore the nearby Rocky Mountain National Park.
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