PICU RN in Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,538/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $70.50
- Weekly
- $2,538
- Yearly (full-time)
- $131,976
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $70.50/hour — 46% 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, 62 of them in Colorado Springs.
- 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 Critical Care Float RN position at Children's Hospital Colorado in Colorado Springs offers a unique opportunity to work across PICU, NICU, and Medical Surgical units, providing flexible staffing support in a vibrant pediatric environment. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care during 12-hour day shifts, gaining hands-on experience with a variety of critically ill children. The assignment involves floating within a 35-mile radius based on clinical need, and you'll be expected to work every other weekend and two out of three major holidays, with minimal RTO during the first two weeks. This role is perfect for travel RNs with Epic proficiency, pediatric experience, and prior travel background who are ready to embrace a fast-paced, collaborative setting that challenges and develops your critical thinking and time management skills.
Weather:
The weather around this time tends to be crisp and clear, with fresh air and plenty of sunshine in the area. Expect mild temperatures that are perfect for outdoor activities, and occasional light snowfall that adds a touch of winter charm.
Fun Things To Do:
- Garden of the Gods: Explore stunning red rock formations and scenic hiking trails that showcase Colorado's natural beauty.
- Pikes Peak Scenic Train: Take a day trip to ascend one of Colorado's most famous mountains for breathtaking views.
- Cheyenne Mountain Zoo: Visit this mountain zoo featuring fascinating animal exhibits and a mountaintop setting.
- The Broadmoor Seven Falls: Enjoy a waterfall hike through a series of seven cascades with picturesque scenery.
- Old Colorado City: Discover local shops, galleries, and eateries in this historic district.
Job Specifics:
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Shift: 12-hour days from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Duration: 13 weeks (10/20/2026 to 01/23/2027)
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
Hourly Pay: $2,421.24 gross per week
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