
PICU RN in Aurora, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Aurora, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,703/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $75.08
- Weekly
- $2,703
- Yearly (full-time)
- $140,556
- Contract length
- 14 weeks
This job pays about $75.08/hour — 56% 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, 282 of them in Aurora.
- 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 a rewarding role in the pediatric intensive care unit at a renowned medical campus, where you'll care for children from birth through young adulthood facing complex medical conditions. This 14-week contract offers an opportunity to sharpen your critical care skills in a high-acuity setting, working 12-hour rotating night shifts. You'll experience the camaraderie of a dedicated team focused on providing exceptional care to some of the most vulnerable patients, all while enjoying the unique rhythm of pediatric ICU challenges and triumphs. Whether monitoring ventilators or managing acute transport, your expertise will make a measurable difference in the lives of young patients and their families.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year typically features crisp, cool days with clear skies, perfect for outdoor adventures. Evenings are often brisk, making it ideal for cozy evenings after a day of exploring.
Fun Things To Do:
- Skiing or snowboarding at nearby mountain resorts
- Hiking in picturesque wilderness parks
- Day trip to historic mountain towns
- Visit local art galleries and cultural festivals
- Explore scenic drives along mountain byways
Job Specifics:
Location: Aurora, Colorado | Shift: Nights (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) | Duration: 14 weeks, 36 hours per week. The role involves floating across inpatient care units, including critical care and acute care floors, with no requirements for straight day shifts or float to emergency or OR/PACU settings. Candidates should have at least two years of PICU bedside experience caring for patients from birth to 21 years and hold valid Colorado RN licensure. Experience with ventilator support and pediatric surgical cases is essential.
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