Travel Registered Nurse PCU Job

Overview
RN - PCU - Nights in Aspen, CO, United States. Start date 04/20/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment. Weekly pay ranges from $2,536 to $2,693. Shift: 3x12 nights (7:00 pm–7:00 am). Setting: patient care unit in a rural Critical Access hospital. Guaranteed hours: 0.0.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,536–$2,693 per week
- Assignment duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12 nights (7p–7a)
- Start date: 04/20/2026
- Housing and logistics: Travelers must secure their own housing; nearby towns to consider Basalt, Carbondale, and Glenwood Springs; typical 1BR rent in Basalt around $3,500/month; RTO not accepted during assignment

Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in the PCU as the primary nurse within a rural Critical Access hospital setting
- Perform comprehensive assessments, monitor vitals, administer medications and IV therapies, manage wounds, and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to implement care plans, communicate with physicians, and support patient and family education
- Document care in the electronic medical record; ensure accurate handoffs at shift change; uphold patient safety and oxygenation, especially in a high-altitude environment
- Support discharge planning and patient education while adhering to infection prevention and safety protocols

Requirements
- Unrestricted Colorado RN license, or ability to obtain prior to start date
- ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing) required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; may be obtained on hire
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience
- Ability to function safely in a high-altitude, low-oxygen environment (8,000 ft elevation)

Benefits and Support
- Housing: Travelers are responsible for securing their own housing; guidance on nearby towns and typical rental costs
- RTO policy: Not accepting any time off during the assignment
- Assignment length: 13 weeks
- Ongoing support: Healthforce Healthcare LLC will coordinate the assignment and provide ongoing contact throughout the placement

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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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns


• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly


• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start


• 24/7 support while you are on assignment


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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

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• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.