Travel Contract

CVPICU RN
Denver, Colorado
HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's at Presbyterian St. Luke's

$2,481-3,744/week

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CVPICU RN

Location: Denver, Colorado Employment Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Hours per Week: 48 Schedule: 7A-7P; weekend shifts on a 4-shift, 4-week schedule

Unit Details

Unit: Pediatric Cardiac ICU (10 beds)
Floor/Building: 3rd floor, Building D
Staffing: 6 RNs partnering with the PICU; day and night shifts each have 1 charge RN, RN-to-volume staffing, and 1:2 critical care nurse-patient ratios (estimated, never guaranteed)
Equipment: Philips monitors, Medfusion and Baxter pumps, Meditech EMR, CentriMag, Prismax, Arctic Sun
Skill set most recruited: Travel RNs, local CNAs, and sitters

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Colorado
CVPICU (2 years of experience)
CVPICU experience within the last year
ACLS
BLS
PALS
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience working with Cardiac patients

Typical Procedures

Post-op care, including inotropic and vasopressor continuous infusions, IVF and chest tube management, and care of the post-sternotomy/open chest
Moderate sedation

Patient Population and Team

Congenital cardiac and medical neonate patients
Physician team of board-certified pediatric/congenital heart intensivists
RN team averages 10 years of nursing experience
Multidisciplinary team support, with many resources available during each shift

Best Personality Fit

Flexible, enjoys resourcing and teaching
Organized, flexible, and a good communicator

About Denver, CO

As a Travel Pediatric Cardiovascular Intensive Care Nurse in Denver, CO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Denver is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85-95°F, while winter lows range from 15-25°F.
Denver experiences all four seasons, with plenty of sunshine throughout the year.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Denver, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular neighborhoods and near medical facilities.

Transportation

Denver is car-friendly, with a well-connected highway system.
Public transportation is also available through the Regional Transportation District (RTD), offering bus and light rail services.

Demographics

Denver is a diverse city with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns for newcomers.
The city has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous medical facilities.

Things to Do

Denver offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving Colorado-style cuisine.
The city has a thriving arts and music culture, along with professional sports teams.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Rocky Mountains for hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities.

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