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Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse
Denver, Colorado
Presbyterian/Saint Luke's Medical Center

$1,462-1,854/week

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Travel RN - PACU (Denver, Colorado)

Position Details

Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) - Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-op
Employment Type: Travel
Location: Denver, Colorado
Shift: Day shift, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM (staggered shifts; pre-op starts at 5:30 AM, last staff arrives at 2:00 PM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

Units: Pre-op and PACU combined
Beds: 10 beds in pre-op, 10 beds in PACU
Staffing: 17 staff members covering both departments
Patient Ratios: 2:1 nurse-to-patient ratio
Call: Night shifts are call only; call is required. One nurse covers call-only position Monday-Thursday nights to reduce call burden.
Equipment: Phillips monitors
EMR System: Meditech

Required Qualifications

BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Meditech EMR

Typical Procedures

Large variety of surgical cases, including a high volume of complex surgeries
ICU cases are transferred directly to ICU unless full

Work Environment & Culture

Nurses float between both pre-op and PACU units
Flexible and adaptable personality preferred
Collaborative, high-functioning nursing team
Positive work environment with a focus on teamwork and having fun at work
Several nurses currently on medical leave as the unit prepares for a busy season

Additional Notes

Staff are expected to float between units and take call shifts
The unit values flexibility and teamwork due to the dynamic nature of the workload and patient care needs

Facility

Presbyterian/Saint Luke's Medical Center

3.9rating(15 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Presbyterian/Saint Luke's Medical Center

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Anonymous

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Short Term Acute Care
358 beds

ADDRESS1719 East Nineteenth AvenueDenver, CO 80218

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About Denver, CO

As a Travel Post Anesthesia 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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