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 6, 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 our team as a travel nurse in the highly specialized Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at a prominent medical campus. This 14-week assignment offers a chance to work with complex pediatric cases, caring for patients from birth to 21 years old, including those with respiratory support needs from nasal cannula to full mechanical ventilation. You'll be involved in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting that challenges your skills and rewards your expertise. Expect to rotate shifts on nights, with every other weekend off—perfect for experiencing the local community without missing out on the job you're passionate about. If you thrive in a demanding environment where every day brings new medical puzzles, this role will keep you engaged and inspired.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year is typically mild and sunny, with a pleasant blend of warm days and cool evenings, creating ideal conditions for outdoor adventures or relaxing after shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Biking along scenic trails
- Exploring the nearby mountains on a day trip
- Visiting local art galleries and cultural festivals
- Hiking in the national parks a short drive away
- Trying outdoor adventure activities like zip-lining or paddleboarding
Job Specifics:
Location: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour rotating nights
Duration: 14 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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