PICU RN in Aurora, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Aurora, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,690/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $74.72
- Weekly
- $2,690
- Yearly (full-time)
- $139,880
- Contract length
- 14 weeks
This job pays about $74.72/hour — 55% 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 the Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool at Children's Hospital Colorado, located on the Anschutz Medical Campus, for an engaging 14-week travel assignment. As a Pediatric Critical Care RN, you'll float across various units including PICU, UNICU, ICU, and acute care floors at both the North and South Campuses, providing specialized care to critically ill children. This role offers the chance to expand your expertise in a vibrant setting with a mix of challenging cases, working 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM. The assignment starts from mid-December and runs through late March, with every third weekend on duty. No on-call duty or holiday RTO is required, and it’s a perfect opportunity for experienced Critical Care RNs ready to take on a new adventure in pediatric intensive care.
Weather:
Aurora typically enjoys mild, sunny days and cool evenings during this season, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the city’s scenic parks and trails.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Denver Botanic Gardens for a peaceful stroll among stunning plant displays
- Take a day trip to Rocky Mountain National Park for breathtaking mountain views and hiking adventures
- Explore the Denver Museum of Nature & Science for engaging exhibits and IMAX screenings
- Enjoy a cultural experience in downtown Denver’s art districts and local galleries
- Plan a scenic drive to Colorado Springs and visit the Garden of the Gods, renowned for its towering red rock formations
Job Specifics:
Location: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
Duration: 14 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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