Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Glenwood Springs, CO
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Join a collaborative critical care team as an experienced ICU Registered Nurse and CVICU travel nurse supporting both the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit and Critical Care Unit. This 13-week travel nursing assignment in Glenwood Springs, Colorado offers the opportunity to provide high-acuity patient care at a smaller independent community hospital serving patients close to home. Enjoy stunning Rocky Mountain scenery, abundant outdoor recreation, and convenient access along the I-70 corridor between Denver and Grand Junction.

CVICU Travel Nurse Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,490–$2,630
• Assignment Type: 13-week ICU travel contract
• Openings: 2
• Location: Glenwood Springs, Colorado
• Start Date: October 27, 2026
• End Date: January 26, 2027
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m., with weekend rotation
• Call Requirement: Participate in the call rotation, including one call shift per two-week period when requested for staffing needs. The call shift may be taken in place of guaranteed hours during that week.
• Clinical Setting: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) and Critical Care Unit (CCU), supporting a hospital with two 24/7 cardiac catheterization labs

ICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of recent registered nurse experience in critical care or intensive care
• Strong CVICU nursing experience, including Day 0 CVICU experience
• Ability and willingness to provide coverage in both the CVICU and CCU
• Current Colorado RN license in good standing
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association
• Current influenza vaccination required from October 1 through April 1; no exemptions or declinations accepted during the required period
• Completion of required Colorado CAPS registration as applicable; processing may take up to two weeks
• Skills checklist, current license verification, certifications, and proof of influenza vaccination required for consideration

CVICU and CCU Travel Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill cardiovascular and medical-surgical patients
• Care for post-operative and Day 0 CVICU patients using advanced critical care assessment and intervention skills
• Monitor hemodynamic status, cardiac rhythms, ventilation, and other complex clinical indicators
• Collaborate with providers and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and evaluate individualized care plans
• Support patients receiving care related to cardiac catheterization and other high-acuity cardiovascular services
• Respond effectively to changes in patient condition and participate in emergency interventions
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow hospital policies, safety standards, and evidence-based nursing practices
• Participate in scheduled night, weekend, and call coverage as assigned

Apply now to join this Colorado travel nursing opportunity and make a difference as a CVICU/CCU Registered Nurse in Glenwood Springs.

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