Peds

Pediatric Step Down RN – Night Shift

Location: Denver, CO

Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

Schedule: Every other weekend required

About the Unit

The pediatric step-down unit provides intermediate-level care for children recovering from surgery and managing acute conditions. You'll care for post-operative patients including those with spinal fusions, chest tubes, and high-flow oxygen support. The unit does not manage ventilator-dependent or CPAP/BiPAP patients; those are managed in the PICU.

Patient Care

Patient Ratios:

Common Procedures & Interventions:

• NGTs, Foleys, TP tubes, PIVs, phlebotomy
• Occasional lumbar punctures

Night shift typically staffs one charge nurse (patient-free), 1–2 PCTs, and occasional clinical support.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year current pediatric RN experience
• BLS and NRP certification
• Comfortable managing high-flow oxygen, spinal fusions, and chest tubes

What Makes This Assignment Great

• Supportive, collaborative team that prioritizes scheduling flexibility
• On-site free parking with direct bridge access to the unit
• New travel nurses start on night shift; candidates with multiple travel contracts are preferred
• The team actively works with travelers on scheduling requests—you're not just filling gaps

Fast-paced environment with a culture of teamwork and mutual support.