
Registered Nurse - Med-Surg (Nights) in Glenwood Springs, CO
Job Description
Registered Nurse - Med-Surg (Nights)
Location: Glenwood Springs, CO
Start Date: 02-10-2026
End Date: 05-12-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: 12-hour night shifts, nights including weekend rotation; must participate in call rotation (take 1 call shift per 2-week period when requested)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $63 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
• Provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to adult med-surg and telemetry patients during night shifts
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care and outcomes
• Monitor telemetry and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Collaborate with physicians, cath lab staff, surgical teams, and interdisciplinary colleagues to coordinate care
• Support perioperative and postoperative orthopedic and hybrid cath lab procedures as needed
• Participate in the unit call rotation and assist with staffing needs when requested
• Maintain accurate documentation, adhere to policies, and follow infection prevention and vaccination requirements
Qualifications
• Current RN license to practice in Colorado (required)
• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience in Acute Care/Med-Surg/Telemetry or similar settings (required)
• Current BLS from the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Current ACLS from the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
• Comfort working 12-hour night shifts and participating in weekend rotations and call
Knowledge & Skills
• Med-Surg and acute care nursing best practices
• Telemetry monitoring and interpretation
• Post-operative orthopedic care and observation unit experience
• Familiarity with cath lab procedures and peri-procedural patient support
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and documentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced hospital environment
Benefits
• Traveler housing options close to the hospital — furnished units with utilities and Wi-Fi included (availability varies)
• Move-in ready housing with on-site laundry for easy settling in
• Supportive team environment that values your clinical skills and work-life balance
• Licensure and certification assistance guidance to keep you compliant and confident
• Opportunities to expand skills with exposure to cath lab procedures and orthopedic post-op care
• Flexible contract travel perks and concierge support to help you transition smoothly
• Professional development encouragement and on-the-job learning
Travel Perks: Explore Glenwood Springs, CO
Glenwood Springs is a mountain gem — soak in the famous hot springs, hike to Hanging Lake, explore scenic Glenwood Canyon, try whitewater rafting or kayaking on the Colorado River, ski or snowboard at nearby resorts like Sunlight Mountain, and enjoy easy day trips to Aspen or Carbondale. Great food, local shops, and outdoor adventures make this a fun place to spend a contract.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Med-Surg (Nights)? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to jobs@uhcstaffing.com or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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Job Details
Medical Speciality
Medical SurgicalTelemetryOrthopedicsCath lab
Employment Type
PRNTravel nursing
Required License
RN (Registered Nurse)
Work Setting
HospitalAcute care
About UHC Staffing
United Health Care Staffing is a healthcare staffing company that provides contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct hire personnel to healthcare clients across the USA. They specialize in connecting skilled nursing, therapy, and allied health professionals with leading medical facilities nationwide, making medical staffing easy and efficient. With a customer-oriented and compassionate approach, they strive to deliver successful outcomes for both clients and employees.