ICU RN
Cortez, CO
The Judge Group
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,367/weekOverview
- Start Date10/05/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationCritical Access25 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$918/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,449/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Retention bonus
Description
MUST FLOAT TO MED SURG
ROLE ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS: Regulatory/Educational Requirements
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of Colorado. Compact license accepted and Colorado License must be obtained within first 90 days of hire.
Willingness to care for patients - Newborns (28 days) to end of life
• Current BLS Certification.
• Current PALS certification (excludes FBC).- PALS can be obtain at the facility if candidate needs it
• Current ACLS certification
• Successful completion of EKG course
Patient Ratio-
The patient ratio for ICU is 2:1 for all ICU status patients. If Med Surg status patients are in the unit, the ICU nurse often takes 4:1 if there are no current ICU status patients.
Patient Population-
The patient population varies- but DKA, Cardiac, Sepsis, Surgical, and high risk of decline patients are often admitted to the ICU
Additional Misc-
No parking costs and scrub colors
Facility
Southwest Memorial Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Southwest Memorial Hospital
Pros
Good teamwork, good people.
Cons
Just off reservation. Fair share of drunks. Can be dangerous.
- Critical Access
- 25 beds
Employer
The Judge Group
Judge Healthcare, a division of The Judge Group, bridges the talent divide for companies and organizations
across the healthcare ecosystem, providing resources and specialized roles such as travel nurses, allied health
professionals, locum tenens, and more. Judge’s seasoned recruiters are fluent in the trends, technologies, and
regulations shaping today’s healthcare environment, and use this knowledge to pair the right staffing solutions
with the right talent.
About Cortez, CO
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Cortez, CO here's what you should know:- Cortez has a cost of living slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 88°F and lows around 54°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 41°F and lows around 15°F.
- Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Cortez, offering flexibility for travel nurses.
- Cortez is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The population in Cortez is diverse, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Cortez offers a variety of restaurants with local and international cuisine, art galleries showcasing local artists, live music events, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking, and access to nearby national parks for recreational activities.
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