CVPICU RN in Aurora, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Aurora, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,439/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $67.75
- Weekly
- $2,439
- Yearly (full-time)
- $126,828
This job pays about $67.75/hour — 41% 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
- 1,074 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Colorado from 7 agencies, 272 of them in Aurora.
- Pay in these listings: $7.66 – $115/hour, median $58.34/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Colorado: $48.20/hour ($100,256/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($64.90/hour across 233 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This travel nursing assignment in Aurora, Colorado is designed for a pediatric cardiac progressive care nurse with experience caring for children with complex cardiac conditions. You will provide overnight care for pediatric cardiology patients, including those receiving ventricular assist device support, heart transplant care, and three-stage single-ventricle care. The assignment offers private-room care with focused 12-hour night shifts and every-other-weekend scheduling. Pediatric cardiac expertise is essential, and candidates should be prepared to discuss their experience with single-ventricle patients.
Weather:
Aurora typically offers crisp, cool days and chilly nights during this time of year, with plenty of sunshine and occasional snow. Layered clothing and a warm jacket are useful for enjoying the area comfortably.
Fun Things To Do:
• Local exploration: Visit Aurora’s parks, trails, and open spaces.
• Arts and culture: Explore museums, galleries, and entertainment in nearby Denver.
• Day trip: Spend a day exploring downtown Denver’s restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions.
• Day trip: Visit Rocky Mountain National Park for mountain views, scenic drives, and outdoor recreation.
• Food and leisure: Enjoy Aurora’s varied dining options and local recreational activities.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:45 PM–7:15 AM
Duration: 36 hours per week for 14 weeks
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