Travel Contract

PCU RN
Aurora, Colorado
University of Colorado Hospital

$1,896-2,268/week

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PCU RN

Overview

Travel/contract role in Aurora, Colorado
13-week assignment
3x12 rotating shifts: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM and 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
Weekend coverage required per unit needs
Floating required as needed, including to sister facilities
First-time travelers accepted if experience requirements are met

Required Qualifications

Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Valid RN license in Colorado
PCU - Progressive Care Unit (2 years of experience)
PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience within the last year
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association

Unit Details

PCU setting
High-acuity, fast-paced 36-bed unit
Typical nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:3 or 1:4 on days and nights, with ratios able to flex based on staffing and unit needs
Common procedures include scopes, biopsies, moderate sedation, cardioversion, and urgent dialysis
Common drips include insulin, diltiazem, amiodarone, nicardipine, heparin, lasix, and dobutamine

Additional Notes

On-call is not required
Charting system: EPIC

Facility

University of Colorado Hospital

4.3rating(85 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with University of Colorado Hospital

5.0rating

Anonymous

Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

Staff Position

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Short Term Acute Care
620 beds

ADDRESS12605 East 16th AvenueAurora, CO 80045

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About Aurora, CO

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Aurora, CO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower cost of living compared to the national average.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 88°F and winter lows of 17°F.

Furnished Housing

Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
Aurora has a large population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plentiful and diverse local attractions including the Aurora History Museum, the Black American West Museum, and the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus.
Fantastic food scene with restaurants like El Taco de Mexico, Sam's No 3 Diner, and La Sandia Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar.
Outdoor activities include the Aurora Reservoir for fishing, boating, swimming, and ice skating in the winter, as well as over 50 miles of beautiful hiking trails.

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