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Travel RN - Ortho

Overview

Location: Denver, Colorado
Employment type: Travel
Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Hours per week: 36
Contract length: 13 weeks

Specialty

Orthopedic / medical-surgical acute care nursing

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Colorado
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
BLS
Experience in an Acute Care setting
Orthopedics experience
Med Surg experience
OR - Operating Room (1 year of experience)
OR - Operating Room experience within the last year

Preferred Experience

Orthopedic/spine experience

Unit Details

36 beds
Typical patient ratio: 5:1 for RNs
Common procedures include total joints and spine surgery
Equipment includes immobilizers, braces, and cold treatment

Work Environment

Day shift staffing includes 1 charge RN, RNs to volume, 1-2 techs, and 1 secretary
Night shift staffing includes 1 charge RN, RNs to volume, and 1-2 techs

Additional Notes

The unit values energetic, humorous, and empathetic team members
The unit emphasizes teamwork, outcomes, and employee engagement

Facility

Rose Medical Center

4.1rating(18 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Rose Medical Center

4.0rating

Pros

Unit has a lot of other travelers, friendly in that sense

Cons

1:4 ratio consistently every shift, first to float to NICU/other places to sit, some schedule changes without notice

Miranda H

Post Partum (RN)

Contract Position May '26

Review of Rose Medical Center on Jul 15, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
183 beds

ADDRESS4567 East Ninth AvenueDenver, CO 80220

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About Denver, CO

As a Travel Operating Room 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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