ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Aurora, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Aurora, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,056/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $57.11
- Weekly
- $2,056
- Yearly (full-time)
- $106,912
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $57.11/hour — 18% 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 specialized Cardio Thoracic ICU team in Aurora, Colorado, for a 13-week travel contract that offers the chance to work with a skilled multidisciplinary team managing complex cardiovascular and thoracic cases. This role involves providing critical care to adults undergoing procedures such as open-heart surgeries, heart and lung transplants, and ECMO support. The shift is a 12-hour rotating night schedule, giving you a rhythm that balances intense work with valuable downtime. You'll become part of a facility that values advanced modalities and holistic health, ensuring every patient receives comprehensive care. Bring your two years of CVICU experience, and let's make a difference—while enjoying an engaging professional experience in a lively setting.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and pleasant weather around this time of year, with cool autumn days and clear evenings—perfect for outdoor activities after your shifts or on days off.
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Job Specifics:
Location: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: Night, 12 hours (19:00 - 07:00)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly hours: 36
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