ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Aurora, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Aurora, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,649/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 2, 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, 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 ICU team in Aurora for a 13-week travel assignment on the 12-hour night shift. This role requires experienced ICU registered nurses ready to handle a busy, level II trauma center with a mix of medical, surgical, cardiac, and neurosurgical patients. You'll work on the third floor of a modern hospital with advanced equipment like GE monitors, Impella devices, ECMO, and more. This unit offers the chance to perform procedures such as chest tube insertions, arterial and central line placements, and airway management. The busy, friendly staff and state-of-the-art environment make this assignment a rewarding opportunity for those looking to bring their expertise to a dynamic setting.
Weather:
The climate around this time is typically mild, with plenty of sunshine and crisp air, making outdoor activities refreshed and enjoyable. Snow-dusted mountains nearby often provide beautiful scenic views and the promise of winter sports.
Fun Things To Do:
- Hiking the trails in nearby Rocky Mountain National Park
- Taking a day trip to Denver’s vibrant downtown and museums
- Exploring the stunning Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs
- Enjoying a scenic drive through the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park
- Winter sports at Loveland Ski Area or Aspen, just a scenic drive away
Job Specifics:
Location: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour nights (7 PM – 7 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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