Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,309 per week in Meeker, CO

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Meeker, CO
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $2,309 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Highland Staffing, LLC to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in Meeker, Colorado, 81641!

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Critical Access Hospital (Med-Surg/LTC)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse for a 13-week contract assignment at a Critical Access Hospital in Meeker, Colorado. This role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive nursing care across diverse patient populations, including adult, pediatric, orthopedic, and long-term care patients.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating strong clinical skills and the ability to manage a patient ratio of 1:5. This position is crucial for maintaining high standards of patient care within a community-focused healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for Med-Surg (adult, pediatric, orthopedic) and Long Term Care patients.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring accurate documentation and patient safety.
• Monitor patient conditions, interpret vital signs, and report changes to the medical team promptly.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, other nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care strategies.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment, adhering to all hospital policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in Long Term Care patient care.
• COVID-19 vaccination required per State mandate.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in clinical assessment and critical thinking.
• Competence in medication administration and IV therapy.
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt to varying patient acuities and departmental needs.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: AM
• Shift Duration: 12 hours
• Days per Week: 3
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: September 1, 2026
• Holiday Requirements: Must work holidays; no holiday requests off will be approved.
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.

Licensing Requirements

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

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