Med Surg

Medical-Surgical Travel Nurse – Night Shift | Lakewood, CO

13-Week Contract | 36 Hours Guaranteed | Start Date: November 2, 2026

This acute care Med-Surg unit serves a diverse patient population including trauma, oncology, and general medical-surgical cases. The unit manages moderate-acuity patients requiring telemetry monitoring, with RNs responsible for independently reading and interpreting their own cardiac strips. Common drip management includes analgesics, anticoagulants, and antihypertensives.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 6–9 weekend shifts required per 6-week scheduling period
• Self-scheduling and block scheduling options available
• Holiday requirement applies

Float Requirements

• May be asked to float to other acuity levels, including low-acuity ICU holds, PCU/Step-Down, and MS-Tele
• Extreme need may result in float within assigned zone

Unit Details

• Charge nurse does not take a patient assignment
• Nurse aides on unit
• Moderate respiratory support needs (oxygen therapy)
• Telemetry centrally monitored; RN strip-reading competency required

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license (must be submitted prior to start)
• BLS – American Heart Association
• Acute care nursing experience required
• BSN not required
• Must be within 60 miles of facility; valid driver's license required
• Must be in-state during the full week of orientation

Dress Code

• Navy blue scrubs

Cancellation Policy

• Up to 4 shifts may be canceled over a 13-week assignment