Travel Med/Surg RN - $2,484 per week

Patterns Hiring is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of Med Surg or Emergency Room experience required.
- Previous traveler experience required.
- Cerner EHR/EMR experience required.
- Graduate of an accredited RN program required.
- Current Colorado RN license, or ability to obtain required licensure, in good standing.
- Current AHA BLS certification required.
- Current ACLS certification required or completion at next available course within 3 months.
- Current PALS certification required or completion at next available course within 3 months.
- Basic computer skills and electronic health record experience required.

Primary Responsibilities Include:
We are seeking an experienced RN: Med Surg Traveler for night shift coverage. This role provides observation and inpatient nursing care to patients assigned to the Med Surg Unit, including assessment, monitoring, medication administration, physician order follow-through, patient education, documentation, and coordination of care.

The ideal candidate must be comfortable working independently on night shift, managing patient care priorities, responding appropriately to changes in condition, and maintaining safe, accurate documentation in Cerner.

- Provide direct observation and inpatient nursing care within the RN scope of practice.
- Assess and monitor patient clinical status, including respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, pain, comfort, skin integrity, and mental status needs.
- Identify changes in patient condition and notify the appropriate provider.
- Administer medications, IV therapy, blood products, and other ordered treatments safely and accurately.
- Complete required Cerner documentation, including assessments, nursing tasks, care plans, patient education, and treatments.
- Coordinate care using SBAR and approved handoff procedures.
- Demonstrate knowledge of cardiac monitoring and take appropriate action based on rhythm interpretation.
- Maintain patient safety, confidentiality, infection prevention practices, and professional standards throughout the shift.

Patterns Hiring Job ID #297786-02. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Patterns Hiring

Patterns Inc. is a talent solutions and staffing organization supporting clients across healthcare and allied domains. We partner closely with hospitals, healthcare systems, and organizations to deliver high-quality professionals for contingent and permanent roles.

Our teams operate with a strong focus on transparency, accountability, and long-term career alignment. We believe successful placements are built on understanding both client needs and candidate goals, not just filling roles quickly.

At Patterns, candidates can expect clear communication, ethical hiring practices, and consistent support throughout the hiring process. We value professionalism, collaboration, and growth, and we strive to create opportunities where talent can build meaningful and sustainable careers.

Benefits

• Referral bonus