ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Rock Springs, Wyoming

Job Description

Step into a rural Wyoming ICU assignment where you’ll care for critical patients at the bedside while also supporting MedSurg coverage as needed. This travel RN role is designed for an experienced critical care nurse comfortable managing changing patient acuity, working alongside another RN, and adapting to a close-knit setting. You’ll work 12-hour night shifts, with weekends required and possible call during low census. Floating may include assisting in MedSurg, the emergency department, or postpartum without taking a patient load in those areas. A little wide-open Wyoming scenery comes with the assignment.

The unit uses Alaris IV pumps, cardiac monitoring, Space Labs, Mindray vitals, Nicom, Kangaroo pumps, Zo US defibrillators, and Pyxis. Applicants must have at least two years of critical care experience, a Wyoming or compact RN license, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. Orientation includes HR and education requirements, restraint training, and one shadow shift before working independently.

Weather

Rock Springs typically offers crisp, refreshing conditions with cool temperatures, plenty of open skies, and a mix of bright sunshine and brisk breezes. It is a comfortable setting for exploring the outdoors between shifts.

Fun Things To Do

• Outdoor Adventure: Explore hiking, wildlife viewing, and panoramic scenery around White Mountain.

• Local Discovery: Visit the Rock Springs Historical Museum and learn about the area’s heritage.

• Day Trip: Spend a day in nearby Green River for riverfront views, parks, and outdoor recreation.

• Day Trip: Head to Flaming Gorge for scenic drives, boating, fishing, and dramatic reservoir overlooks.

• Relaxation: Enjoy local parks, trails, and wide-open Wyoming views around town.

Job Specifics

City and State: Rock Springs, Wyoming
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week