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 15, 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, 23 of them in Lakewood.
- Pay in these listings: $7.66 – $86.89/hour, median $57.11/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Colorado: $48.20/hour ($100,256/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($64.00/hour across 249 jobs).
Job description
Join us for a 13-week travel contract on the third-floor surgical care unit in Lakewood, Colorado. This role offers an engaging opportunity for registered nurses experienced in general med-surg and surgical patient care, especially those familiar with post-operative patients with drains, chest tubes, and pain management. Your shift will be 12-hour nights, giving you a chance to enjoy the daytime hours in this beautiful city. The setting involves caring for patients with complex needs, working with set-rate drips, and utilizing telemonitors monitored by techs. The role emphasizes autonomy with self-scheduling and floating within zone 3 as needed. This is your chance to deliver essential surgical care during an exciting chapter in your nursing career, all while experiencing the unique rhythm of night shifts.
Weather:
Around this time of year, the weather typically features crisp, cool mornings with clear skies and mild afternoons. It’s ideal for outdoor activities, with plenty of sunshine and the changing of the seasons adding a vibrant color palette to the surroundings.
Fun Things To Do:
- Red Rocks Amphitheatre: Attend a concert at this iconic outdoor venue built into stunning sandstone formations.
- Mount Evans Scenic Byway: Take a breathtaking drive up one of the highest paved roads in North America for panoramic mountain views.
- Colorado History Museum: Discover the rich history of Colorado through engaging exhibits and interactive displays.
- Golden Gate Canyon State Park: Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, or picnicking amidst scenic wilderness just a short drive away.
- Clear Creek Rafting: Experience thrilling white-water rafting adventures suitable for various skill levels.
Job Specifics:
Location: Lakewood, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
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