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PICU RN in Aurora, Colorado

Atlas MedStaffAurora, COTravel$2,703/Per Week
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.

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Job description

Join a high-acuity pediatric intensive care unit as a travel RN and experience a challenging but rewarding role caring for patients from birth through 21 years old. This assignment places you in a busy, state-of-the-art facility where you'll manage complex respiratory support, from nasal cannula to mechanical ventilation, and handle conditions ranging from sepsis and TBI to oncology and metabolic disorders. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy floating between inpatient units, this position offers an engaging opportunity to sharpen your skills while making a real difference. Expect rotating 12-hour night shifts over 14 weeks, with every other weekend required and some floating based on clinical needs. Get ready for an immersive experience in pediatric critical care that will test your expertise and expand your professional horizons.

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Job Specifics:

Location: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour rotating nights
Duration: 14 weeks, approximately 36 hours per week

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