PICU RN in Aurora, Colorado
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Aurora, CO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,680/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $74.44
- Weekly
- $2,680
- Yearly (full-time)
- $139,360
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $74.44/hour — 54% 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 the Pediatric Acute Care float pool at Children's Hospital Colorado, located in Aurora, Colorado, for an engaging 13-week contract. As an RN in this role, you'll provide critical support across various inpatient units, including surgical, medical, pulmonary, rehab, NICU, and inpatient psychiatric settings. Your skills will be put to good use during 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM, floating between levels as needed to ensure excellent patient care for children with diverse medical needs. This role offers an opportunity to experience a rich variety of cases and patient populations, all within a vibrant pediatric hospital environment that values flexibility and adaptability. Enjoy the chance to work with seasoned professionals and contribute to a dedicated team committed to pediatric health.
Weather:
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Job Specifics:
Location: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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