Travel Registered Nurse Geriatric Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – Geriatric, Aspen, Colorado, United States. Start date 09/28/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment in a hospital setting. Weekly pay range $2,151 to $2,319. Shift is 12-hour days (3x12). This is a travel - temporary assignment with no guaranteed hours.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,151–$2,319 per week
- Assignment duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour day shifts (3x12)
- Start date: 09/28/2026
- Housing: Travelers are responsible for securing housing; nearby towns such as Basalt, Carbondale, and Glenwood Springs are common options
- Not accepting any RTO
- Elevation considerations: must be healthy enough to safely function in a low-oxygen environment at roughly 8,000 feet

Responsibilities
- Provide direct bedside nursing care to geriatric patients, including assessment, monitoring, and care planning
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders; monitor for adverse reactions and document appropriately
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care, discharge planning, and family communication
- Perform accurate documentation in the electronic health record and ensure compliance with hospital policies
- Monitor patient safety, fall risk, oxygenation, and response to therapy in a high-altitude setting, with escalation as needed
- Adapt plans of care based on changes in patient condition and maintain clinical competency in geriatric care

Requirements
- Associate degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Colorado, or ability to obtain prior to start date
- Basic Life Support (BLS); First Aid certification; BLS and First Aid may be obtained upon hire
- Bilingual in Spanish is preferred
- Not accepting any RTO (no scheduled time off during assignment)
- Must be healthy enough to safely function in a low-oxygen environment at high altitude (8,000 feet)

Benefits and Support
- 13-week assignment with travel status
- Travel pay benefits reflected in weekly pay range
- Housing is the traveler’s responsibility; guidance provided for housing options in nearby towns
- Quick Start onboarding process
- Ongoing recruiting and assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.