PICU RN in Denver, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Denver, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,649/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $45.81
- Weekly
- $1,649
- Yearly (full-time)
- $85,748
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $45.81/hour — 5% below 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, 183 of them in Denver.
- 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 us as a Travel Registered Nurse in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at a leading healthcare facility in Denver, Colorado. This role offers the chance to work with a dedicated team caring for critically ill children, using advanced equipment like Philips monitors and IV pumps. You’ll be on a consistent 12-hour day shift schedule, providing vital care in a setting that values flexibility and humility. This assignment is perfect for experienced PICU RNs eager to make an impact while exploring a vibrant city.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year is generally mild and pleasant, with warm days and cooler evenings. It’s an ideal climate for outdoor activities and exploring the city’s scenic attractions.
Fun Things To Do:
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Visit Denver Art Museum and enjoy contemporary and native artworks.
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Take a day trip to Boulder and hike the Flatirons for stunning mountain views.
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Explore the Denver Botanic Gardens and relax among beautiful plant collections.
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Enjoy a scenic drive to Rocky Mountain National Park for spectacular mountain scenery and wildlife spotting.
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Discover historic neighborhoods and local shops in LoDo (Lower Downtown) district.
Job Specifics:
Location: Denver, Colorado
Shift: 12 hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36.0
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