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
This 13-week travel assignment is seeking an acute care Registered Nurse for 12-hour night shifts in Lakewood, Colorado. You will care for medical, surgical, and sepsis patients while managing moderate oxygen needs, administering set-rate medications, and reading Phillips telemetry strips from centrally monitored patients. BLS certification is required. The assignment includes self-scheduling, block scheduling, weekend and holiday coverage, and potential floating within the designated zone based on department needs. Navy blue scrubs are required. Bring your acute care experience and get ready to make the night shift count.
Weather
Lakewood weather around this time of year is typically crisp and cool, with comfortable daytime conditions, cooler evenings, and a mix of sunshine and passing precipitation. Layered clothing is useful for enjoying outdoor activities and adjusting to changing temperatures.
Fun Things To Do
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Outdoor Adventure: Explore local parks, trails, and scenic open spaces around Lakewood.
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Arts and Culture: Spend an afternoon visiting local galleries, cultural venues, and community events.
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Day Trip: Take a day trip to a nearby mountain destination for sightseeing and fresh-air recreation.
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Day Trip: Plan a scenic day trip through the surrounding foothills and nearby communities.
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Local Dining: Discover neighborhood restaurants, cafés, and casual spots throughout the Lakewood area.
Job Specifics
City and State: Lakewood, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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