Med Surg RN
Thornton, CO
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,142/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel RN jobs in Thornton, CO: Join a high-energy Medical/Surgical nursing team and provide compassionate acute care to a diverse adult patient population. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers a supportive environment for experienced Registered Nurses who thrive in a fast-paced Med/Surg unit near Denver and the Front Range.
Job Details
- Specialty: Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg)
- Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
- Location: Thornton, Colorado 80229
- Start Date: 09/14/2026
- End Date: 12/14/2026
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Shift Duration: 12-hour days
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910 - $2,010
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Minimum 1 year of current Med/Surg acute care nursing experience
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification preferred
- Prior Meditech experience preferred
- Strong teamwork skills, positive attitude, and the ability to thrive in a high-energy acute care unit
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate medical-surgical nursing care to adult patients with a focus on quality outcomes
- Care for post-op surgical patients and support recovery across a varied Med/Surg patient population
- Monitor and manage patients receiving cardiac drips such as amiodarone and diltiazem, as well as heparin infusions
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to maintain efficient patient flow and strong unit communication
- Use remote telemetry and electronic health record documentation systems to support ongoing patient assessment and care
- Contribute to a collaborative, energetic healthcare environment that welcomes traveling nurses and new team members
Why You’ll Love This Travel Nursing Assignment
- Convenient Thornton, Colorado location with easy access to Denver, shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation
- Opportunity to grow your Med/Surg and acute care skills in a supportive hospital setting
- Ideal for experienced RNs seeking Colorado travel nurse jobs with consistent hours
Apply now to join this exciting Med/Surg travel nursing opportunity 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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