PCU/Stepdown Nurse (RN) | Denver, Colorado
Company: Sunbelt Staffing
Location: Denver
Posted on: January 25, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Nursing degree, active
registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1 years RN experience
required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not
be considered. Providing specialized care in a dynamic transplant
and stepdown unit, this nursing role requires proficiency in
med/surg and telemetry nursing, with a focus on patients receiving
Heparin infusions and PCA management. The position supports a
34-bed unit with a dedicated team committed to delivering
high-quality patient-centered care, maintaining nurse-to-patient
ratios between 1:3 and 1:4 to ensure efficient and effective
clinical attention. Key Qualifications and Desired Experience:
Strong med/surg and telemetry nursing background Experience
managing patients on Heparin drips and patient-controlled analgesia
(PCAs) Preferred: Stepdown or progressive care unit (PCU)
experience Preferred: Solid organ transplant care experience
(kidney, liver, pancreas) Ability to manage wound and drain care
including wound vacs, chest tubes, and Jackson-Pratt drains
Adaptability and reliability in a fast-paced clinical environment
with multitasking capabilities Responsibilities: Deliver direct
patient care while adhering to established nurse-to-patient ratios
Collaborate with a skilled multidisciplinary team including PCTs
and sitters Utilize advanced medical equipment such as bladder
scanners, AccuVein, EKG machines, and lifts Accurately document
care in Meditech electronic medical records Participate in ongoing
adherence to unit policies and safety guidelines Location
Highlights:Situated in Denver, Colorado, this opportunity places
clinicians in a vibrant city known for its outdoor lifestyle,
cultural attractions, and growing healthcare community. The urban
environment offers numerous recreational activities along with
excellent dining and entertainment options, making it a welcoming
place for professionals seeking both career advancement and quality
living. This contract position offers a chance to gain diverse
clinical experience in a supportive yet challenging stepdown unit
within a prominent medical center. Candidates prepared to engage
collaboratively in this transplant-focused environment are
encouraged to apply and enhance their professional nursing journey.
Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00.
Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing,
and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan
can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the
posting date.
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