Med/Surg RN in Lakewood, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Lakewood, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,760/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $48.89
- Weekly
- $1,760
- Yearly (full-time)
- $91,520
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $48.89/hour — 1% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado ($48.20/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado right now
- 1,016 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado from 7 agencies, 34 of them in Lakewood.
- Pay in these listings: $7.66 – $115/hour, median $58.24/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Colorado: $48.20/hour ($100,256/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($65.00/hour across 231 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week travel contract as a Registered Nurse on a surgical care medical-surgical unit in Lakewood, Colorado. Working 12-hour nights, you will care for post-surgical patients managing drains, chest tubes, pain, blood-clot prevention, and blood-pressure control. The role includes titrating analgesics, anticoagulants, and antihypertensives, while supporting patients who may require oxygen, nighttime CPAP, or BiPAP. General medical-surgical experience is required, and surgical experience is preferred. BLS and ACLS certifications are required. Enjoy self-scheduling, block scheduling options, and the opportunity to explore Colorado after your shifts.
Weather
Lakewood typically offers crisp, cool weather around this time of year, with plenty of bright sunshine, comfortable daytime temperatures, and colder evenings. Pack layers for changing conditions and be prepared for the possibility of an occasional light snowfall.
Fun Things To Do
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Red Rocks: Visit the iconic amphitheater, scenic overlooks, and nearby hiking trails.
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Lakewood Heritage Center: Explore historic buildings and learn about the area’s local history.
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Denver Day Trip: Spend the day visiting museums, restaurants, shops, and attractions in downtown Denver.
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Boulder Day Trip: Enjoy mountain views, outdoor trails, and the shops and restaurants along Pearl Street.
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Rocky Mountain National Park Day Trip: Take in alpine scenery, wildlife, and scenic drives in one of Colorado’s most popular destinations.
Job Specifics
City and State: Lakewood, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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