Travel Nurse - Med Surg in Las Animas, CO - $7707/month at Vetted Health summary:
This position is for a Travel Nurse specializing in Medical-Surgical care in La Junta, Colorado, offering a 13-week temporary contract with competitive pay and benefits. The role involves coordinating nursing care, patient and family education, and collaborating with healthcare teams for adult-geriatric patients. Applicants must have at least two years of relevant nursing experience, Colorado RN licensure, and current BLS certification.
Job Opportunity: RN - Med Surg
Position Details
Specialty: RN - Med Surg
Location: La Junta, Colorado
Facility: OneStaff
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
Coordinates total nursing care for patients.
Participates in patient and family teaching.
Provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel.
Maintains standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting.
Patient Population: Adult-Geriatric
Requirements
Experience:
2+ years of RN - Med Surg experience required.
Travel healthcare experience preferred.
Strong clinical skills and patient care abilities.
Licensing:
Colorado state license required.
Current BLS certification required.
Additional certifications may be required based on specialty.
Transportation:
Candidate must have reliable transportation for travel assignments.
Additional Information
Scheduling:
Work 36 hours per week with 13-hour shifts.
Contract start date: January 26, 2026.
Competitive monthly compensation: $7707.
Advantages:
Travel and housing provided.
Health insurance and 401(k) matching.
Professional development opportunities.
Flexible scheduling options.
Compliance:
All medical/occupational health compliance items must be completed within 5 days of offer acceptance.
Background check and drug screening required.
Apply now to join our team of travel healthcare professionals!