Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,281 per week in Holyoke, CO

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Holyoke, CO
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $2,281 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 9/14/2026

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse

Job Summary

Melissa Memorial Hospital, a 15-bed critical access facility in Holyoke, Colorado, is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join its dynamic team. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care across various units, including the Emergency Room, Medical-Surgical (adult and orthopedic), and general floor, serving a diverse patient population within a rural hospital setting equipped with advanced services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for patient assessment, analysis, collaborative care planning, and effective communication with an integrated healthcare team. Key duties include ongoing evaluation and meticulous documentation of nursing care, with a strong emphasis on patient education and adherence to the hospital's values of quality and compassionate service.

New graduates are encouraged to apply, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth within a supportive environment focused on community health and patient well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care based on thorough patient assessment, analysis, and individualized care planning.
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and ensure coordinated care.
• Provide patient and family education tailored to individual needs and health literacy levels.
• Accountable for ongoing evaluation and accurate, timely documentation of all components of nursing care.
• Adhere to Melissa Memorial Hospital's values, providing quality, compassionate care and outstanding service to all patients.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in all aspects of practice.
• Participate in identifying problems and suggesting solutions to improve patient care and operational efficiency.
• Utilize safe body mechanics and practices to ensure the safety of both patients and caregivers.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Manual dexterity and physical agility to operate all necessary equipment and perform nursing procedures.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification.
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency.

Skills & Competencies

• Clinical Assessment & Analysis
• Patient Education & Advocacy
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Communication
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) Documentation
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Compassionate Patient Care & Service Orientation
• Adaptability & Flexibility in dynamic environments
• Teamwork & Professionalism
• Safe Patient Handling & Body Mechanics
• Proficiency in operating general nursing equipment

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Night Shift (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM)
• Shift Duration: 12 hours
• Days per Week: 5 days per week
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: September 14, 2026
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.

Licensing Requirements

• Current, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado.