
Psych RN in Aurora, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Aurora, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,016/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.00
- Weekly
- $2,016
- Yearly (full-time)
- $104,832
- Contract length
- 16 weeks
This job pays about $56.00/hour — 16% 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
This inpatient psychiatric RN role at the Anschutz Medical Campus offers an engaging 16-week assignment, primarily on the neuropsychiatric unit or Psychiatric Emergency Department. You'll be working 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, providing critical care to pediatric psychiatric patients. The position requires a BSN, an active RN license, and at least two years of pediatric psychiatric experience, including previous travel assignments. The role provides a guaranteed weekly gross pay of approximately $1,917.50 for a commitment of 36 hours per week. Occasionally, there may be daytime shifts or floating to different areas within your clinical competence, all within a 35-mile radius. This placement is ideal for nurses who prefer a focused, fast-paced environment where they can make a meaningful impact in pediatric mental health while exploring the Denver area.
Weather:
During this time of year, the weather typically features mild to cool temperatures with a mix of sunny days and occasional light snowfall. It’s generally comfortable for outdoor activities, with a refreshing mountain breeze and clear evenings perfect for stargazing or relaxing after shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Day Trip to Rocky Mountain National Park: Explore majestic mountain vistas, scenic hikes, and wildlife viewing just a couple of hours from Denver.
- Visit the Denver Botanic Gardens: Enjoy a peaceful stroll through beautiful plant collections and themed gardens in the city.
- Evening in LoDo: Discover the historic Lower Downtown area with its vibrant nightlife, craft breweries, and excellent restaurants.
- Day Trip to Garden of the Gods: Marvel at stunning red rock formations and captivating landscape scenery in nearby Colorado Springs.
- Tour the Museum of Nature & Science: Dive into engaging exhibits about natural history, space, and science right in Denver.
Job Specifics:
Location: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Duration: 16 weeks
Expected Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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