At a glance: what the posting states

Base pay: $2,290–$2,650/wk
Shift: A facility in Glenwood Springs, CO is seeking an experienced CVICU RN for a 13-week night shift travel assignment.
Weekends, holidays, call: Assignment Details: 13-week contract, 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM–7:30 AM), Weekend rotation required, Call required (1 shift every 2 weeks as needed), Float to CCU and Acute Care/Med Surg as needed, Ideal Start Date: August 4, Meditech EMR.
Hiring employer: Soliant

Worth asking

What is the base pay range, and which differentials apply for this shift, unit, weekends, holidays, or call?
Which shifts are open, and what are the weekends, holidays, call, and rotation requirements?
What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
What patient load should I expect, how is floating handled, and what staffing support is typical?

The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.

About this role

Travel CVICU RN – Nights | Glenwood Springs, CO. A facility in Glenwood Springs, CO is seeking an experienced CVICU RN for a 13-week night shift travel assignment. Candidates must have strong CVICU experience, including Day 0 CVICU, and be willing to float to CCU and Acute Care/Med Surg as needed. Assignment Details: 13-week contract, 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM–7:30 AM), Weekend rotation required, Call required (1 shift every 2 weeks as needed), Float to CCU and Acute Care/Med Surg as needed, Ideal Start Date: August 4, Meditech EMR. Requirements: Active Colorado RN license, AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS, Minimum 3 years of Critical Care RN experience, Strong CVICU experience with Day 0 CVICU required, First-time travelers welcome if experience requirements are met. Glenwood Springs offers the perfect blend of mountain living and outdoor adventure. Enjoy world-famous hot springs, hiking, biking, skiing, rafting, and a vibrant downtown filled with local restaurants and shops.

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Travelers also have access to hospital-affiliated furnished housing located just a short walk from the facility, providing a convenient and relatively affordable housing option for the area, subject to availability.

Requirements

Active Colorado RN license
AHA BLS
ACLS
PALS
Minimum 3 years of Critical Care RN experience
Strong CVICU experience with Day 0 CVICU required
First-time travelers welcome if experience requirements are met

Benefits

Health savings account
Dental insurance
Health insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Vision insurance
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan

About the employer

Soliant

Staffing partner

Assignment workplace not listed.

Soliant is a healthcare staffing agency that places nursing professionals in contract roles, with a notable focus on school-based health positions. Based on the provided job descriptions, Soliant recruits RNs for assignments in various geographic locations including Chicago, IL and…

What reviewers appreciate

Contract roles offer flexibility and variety in work assignments
Opportunities to work in school-based settings supporting pediatric and student populations
Positions available across multiple geographic locations

What reviewers flag

Contract-based employment may lack long-term job security and permanence
Minimum 1+ year RN experience requirement excludes new graduate nurses
Substitute RN roles may involve inconsistent scheduling and variable assignment frequency

Benefits: Unknown — no benefits information was provided in the source materials. As a staffing agency offering contract roles, benefits may differ from traditional healthcare facility employment, but no specific details are available.

Living in Glenwood Springs, CO

Nestled in the Rocky Mountains at the confluence of the Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers, Glenwood Springs blends small-town mountain charm with outdoor recreation and natural hot springs. Downtown retains a walkable, historic feel. A solid choice for nurses seeking a slower pace, four-season adventure, and a tight-knit western Colorado community.

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