ICU RN
Grand Junction, CO
Bestica
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,428/weekOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,161/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,267/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
Description
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🩺 Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Day Shift
Your Next Travel Nursing Adventure Starts in Grand Junction, Colorado!
📍 Location: Grand Junction, Colorado
📅Contract Dates: November 9, 2026 – February 6, 2027
⏳Duration: 13 Weeks
🕖Shift: Day Shift | 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
📆Schedule: 3 × 12-Hour Shifts per Week
⏰Guaranteed Schedule: 36 Hours per Week
👩⚕️Open Positions: 3
🌟 Take Your ICU Nursing Career to the Next Level!
Are you a passionate ICU Registered Nurse ready for your next travel assignment? Here's an exciting opportunity to bring your critical care expertise to a new clinical environment while enjoying the incredible outdoor lifestyle of Grand Junction, Colorado!
Join a dedicated healthcare team where your clinical judgment, rapid assessment skills, and compassionate approach to patient care can make a real difference. With a structured 3-day workweek, 12-hour day shifts, and a 13-week contract, this opportunity allows you to focus on delivering exceptional care while making time to explore everything western Colorado has to offer.
✨ Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- Consistent Day Shifts: Work 7:00 AM–7:30 PM and enjoy a predictable daytime schedule.
- Three Shifts Per Week: Work 36 hours across three 12-hour shifts.
- 13-Week Travel Assignment: Take the next step in your travel nursing journey with a defined contract period.
- No Regular On-Call Requirement Listed: Enjoy a schedule without a specified routine on-call commitment.
- Multiple Openings: Three positions are available for qualified ICU nurses.
- Explore Colorado: Experience breathtaking red-rock landscapes, scenic trails, mountain adventures, and outdoor recreation on your days off.
- Make an Impact: Use your critical care expertise to support patients during some of their most vulnerable moments.
🏥 What You'll Do
- Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and continuously monitor patients' clinical status.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans based on patient needs.
- Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care in accordance with professional standards and applicable regulations.
- Administer prescribed treatments and carry out authorized medical functions within your scope of practice.
- Recognize changes in patient conditions, evaluate responses to treatment, and communicate concerns promptly.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, and ongoing care needs.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory guidelines.
- Coordinate referrals and additional evaluations when necessary.
- Use clinical resources effectively to promote patient safety and quality outcomes.
- Float to other departments when needed, within your qualifications and clinical competencies.
✅ Required Qualifications
- Active RN license valid in Colorado or an eligible compact-state RN license.
- At least 1 year of nursing experience.
- Current BLS certification (American Heart Association).
- Current ACLS certification (American Heart Association).
- Current NIHSS certification.
- Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, communication, and documentation skills.
- Availability to work 12-hour day shifts and weekends as scheduled.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous ICU or critical care nursing experience.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Relevant specialty certifications.
🌄 Make Colorado Your Next Destination!
Imagine spending your days off exploring scenic canyons, hiking picturesque trails, biking through beautiful landscapes, and discovering the unique charm of western Colorado—all while advancing your nursing career.
If you're an experienced RN looking for a new professional challenge, a consistent day-shift schedule, and an opportunity to experience a new destination, this travel assignment could be the right fit for you.
📩 Ready to Take the Next Step?
We're looking for qualified nurses to fill 3 openings! Connect with us today to discuss your experience, availability, and submission requirements.
Please have your updated resume, active RN license, BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS credentials ready for consideration.
Your next adventure in travel nursing could begin in Colorado!
Employer
Bestica
8 nurses recommend working with Bestica
Pros
Steer clear of Bakersfield. These rates are laughable for the work load. 5k minimum.
Cons
None
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About Grand Junction, CO
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Grand Junction, CO here's what you should know:- Cost of living in Grand Junction is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs in Grand Junction are around 90°F, with winter lows averaging around 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Grand Junction, and they can be relatively easy to find.
- Grand Junction is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Grand Junction 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.
- Grand Junction offers a variety of restaurants, wineries, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and exploring the nearby national parks.
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