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ICU | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcareGlenwood Springs, COTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Glenwood Springs, CO
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 9, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$71.11
Weekly
$2,560
Yearly (full-time)
$133,120
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
October 27, 2026

This job pays about $71.11/hour — 48% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado ($48.20/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

CVICU/CCU Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU Night Shift Contract in Glenwood Springs, Colorado

Join a collaborative critical care team as an experienced ICU Registered Nurse and CVICU travel nurse supporting both the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit and Critical Care Unit. This 13-week travel nursing assignment in Glenwood Springs, Colorado offers the opportunity to provide high-acuity patient care at a smaller independent community hospital serving patients close to home. Enjoy stunning Rocky Mountain scenery, abundant outdoor recreation, and convenient access along the I-70 corridor between Denver and Grand Junction.

CVICU Travel Nurse Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,490–$2,630
  • Assignment Type: 13-week ICU travel contract
  • Openings: 2
  • Location: Glenwood Springs, Colorado
  • Start Date: October 27, 2026
  • End Date: January 26, 2027
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Schedule: 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m., with weekend rotation
  • Call Requirement: Participate in the call rotation, including one call shift per two-week period when requested for staffing needs. The call shift may be taken in place of guaranteed hours during that week.
  • Clinical Setting: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) and Critical Care Unit (CCU), supporting a hospital with two 24/7 cardiac catheterization labs

ICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of recent registered nurse experience in critical care or intensive care
  • Strong CVICU nursing experience, including Day 0 CVICU experience
  • Ability and willingness to provide coverage in both the CVICU and CCU
  • Current Colorado RN license in good standing
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association
  • Current influenza vaccination required from October 1 through April 1; no exemptions or declinations accepted during the required period
  • Completion of required Colorado CAPS registration as applicable; processing may take up to two weeks
  • Skills checklist, current license verification, certifications, and proof of influenza vaccination required for consideration

CVICU and CCU Travel Nurse Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill cardiovascular and medical-surgical patients
  • Care for post-operative and Day 0 CVICU patients using advanced critical care assessment and intervention skills
  • Monitor hemodynamic status, cardiac rhythms, ventilation, and other complex clinical indicators
  • Collaborate with providers and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and evaluate individualized care plans
  • Support patients receiving care related to cardiac catheterization and other high-acuity cardiovascular services
  • Respond effectively to changes in patient condition and participate in emergency interventions
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow hospital policies, safety standards, and evidence-based nursing practices
  • Participate in scheduled night, weekend, and call coverage as assigned

Apply now to join this Colorado travel nursing opportunity and make a difference as a CVICU/CCU Registered Nurse in Glenwood Springs.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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