
Peds RN in Aurora, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Aurora, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,264/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $62.89
- Weekly
- $2,264
- Yearly (full-time)
- $117,728
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $62.89/hour — 30% 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 a rewarding pediatric medical-surgical unit as a travel RN specializing in inpatient pediatric care. This 13-week assignment offers a unique opportunity to work in a renowned children's hospital, where you'll be responsible for providing advanced nursing support during 12-hour night shifts. Your role will involve managing complex cases—including high-flow nasal cannula therapy, chest tube care, and acute pediatric conditions—within a fast-paced, specialized environment. The focus is on delivering high-quality care to a diverse pediatric population, with opportunities to expand your skills in areas such as bronchiolitis management, endocrine disorders, and long-term behavioral health. Experience a balance of challenging work and professional growth in a setting that celebrates the extraordinary efforts of pediatric nurses.
Weather:
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Job Specifics:
Location: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM
Duration: 13 weeks, with an average of 36 hours per week
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