Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $49 per hour in Denver, CO
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Denver
Posted on: February 10, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical
Care Location: Denver, CO Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $49 per hour Shift Information: Nights Start Date: 2/23/2026
About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with United Health
Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in
denver, Colorado, 80012! Registered Nurse - ICU – UHC Staffing
Registered Nurse - ICU Location: Denver, CO Start Date: 02-23-2026
End Date: 05-25-2026 Contract Type: Travel Contract Shift Type:
Night shift (overnight), 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM; rotating nights with
self-scheduling; required to work every 3rd weekend (assignment is
a 13-week travel contract) Hours per Week: 36 Candidate Pay Rate:
$49 per hour About United Health Care Staffing At United Health
Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should
be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing
professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting,
rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for
a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers
your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your
day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics
while you focus on what you do best helping people heal. Roles &
Responsibilities Manage complex critical care patients in a 21-bed
ICU, delivering safe, evidence-based nursing care Perform
ventilator management and adjustments in collaboration with
respiratory therapy and intensivists Titrate vasopressor IV drips
accurately to maintain hemodynamic stability Assess and intervene
for sepsis and arrhythmias, prioritizing timely, life-saving
actions Provide central line care and assist with or support
intubations, bronchoscopy and other procedures Document care
thoroughly in Meditech and communicate effectively during handoffs
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including intensivists
available 24/7 to optimize patient outcomes Contribute to unit
culture by being team-oriented, flexible, and bringing a good sense
of humor to tough shifts Qualifications Current, active RN license
eligible to practice in Colorado (compact license accepted if
applicable) Minimum 2 years of ICU or critical care nursing
experience Demonstrated hands-on experience with ventilator
management and vasopressor IV drip titration (must-have skills)
Clinical experience caring for sepsis, arrhythmias and
medical-surgical critical care patients Comfort with central line
care, intubation support, and common ICU procedures Familiarity
with Meditech charting and Hospira IV pump use preferred Ability to
work nights and rotate weekends as required by unit schedule
Current BLS and ACLS (or willingness to obtain prior to start)
Knowledge & Skills Advanced assessment skills for critically ill
adults Ventilator management and weaning principles Vasopressor and
inotrope titration and monitoring Sepsis recognition and
bundle-based care Arrhythmia identification and acute management
Central line and emergency procedure support (intubation,
bronchoscopy assistance) Experience with Meditech electronic
medical record and Hospira IV pumps Comfort working in a
fast-paced, team-oriented ICU with an intensivist model Benefits
Generous travel assignment perks to help you focus on patient care,
not logistics Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you
and your family healthy 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you
plan for tomorrow Life Insurance and short-term disability options
for peace of mind Paid Time Off so you can recharge between
assignments Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make
credentialing easier Travel and housing support to simplify your
move for the contract Referral bonus program — bring great
teammates and earn recognition A supportive, team-oriented unit
that values safety, collaboration, and a good sense of humor Travel
Perks: Explore Denver, CO Explore Denver’s outdoor playground
during your off time: hit nearby trails and mountain day trips (Red
Rocks, Rocky Mountain National Park), enjoy world-class ski resorts
within a short drive, and sample the city’s vibrant dining and
craft-brewery scene. Cultural highlights include the Denver Art
Museum, the Botanic Gardens, live music at Red Rocks Amphitheatre,
and easy weekend escapes to Golden or Boulder. Apply Now Ready to
start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - ICU? Let's get
you moving forward! Send your resume to or call us at today.
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TravelRN DenverHealthcare 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing As a travel
nurse, you'll work in various healthcare settings, gaining exposure
to diverse patient populations, medical procedures, and healthcare
systems. This broadens your clinical skills and enhances your
adaptability. Adapting to new facilities and teams challenges your
problem-solving skills. You learn to navigate different protocols
and procedures, honing your ability to think critically and adapt
to varying healthcare contexts. In times of public health crises,
travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns,
disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to
the well-being of communities. Travel nurses can bring fresh
perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and
insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and
overall healthcare quality. Step out of your comfort zone and face
new challenges, fostering personal resilience and adaptability.
Travel nursing becomes a transformative journey that shapes not
only your career but also your character. 29329375EXPTEMP
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