Med Surg

Med/Surg Travel RN — Night Shift | Fort Morgan, CO

This 13-week contract places you on a rural Med/Surg unit, nights, with a 7:00 PM–7:00 AM schedule. Candidates must be present in-state for the full week of orientation, even if initial modules are completed remotely. A valid driver's license is required, and candidates must reside within 60 miles of the facility.

Unit & Patient Population

The unit cares for a general medical/surgical population with common diagnoses including CHF, hypertension, chest pain work-ups, COPD exacerbations, asthma, ia, pancreatitis, bowel obstructions, gastrointestinal bleeding, and acute renal failure. Experience in a rural or lower-resource environment is strongly preferred.

Clinical Expectations

• RNs titrate drips independently, including analgesics, anticoagulants, and antihypertensives
• No telemetry technicians on unit — RNs must independently interpret rhythm strips and escalate appropriately
• Respiratory support includes CPAP, BiPAP, high-flow oxygen, and ventilators
• Charge nurses carry a patient assignment
• One nurse aide is available when the floor reaches nine patients

Schedule & Requirements

• 12-hour night shifts; 36 guaranteed hours per week
• Minimum of six weekend shifts per six-week scheduling period
• Self-scheduling and block scheduling both available
• Float potential to other acuity levels, including ICU (low-acuity holds), PCU/Stepdown, and MS-Tele, as determined by unit need
• Holiday requirement applies

Certifications & Dress Code

• BLS (AHA) and ACLS (AHA) required
• Navy blue scrubs

Start Date: March 15, 2027