OR RN
Aurora, CO
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Days
$3,414/weekOverview
- Start Date09/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care620 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Operating Room position at a Level 1 Trauma Center, requiring 3+ years OR experience, prior travel assignment history, and a CO or compact RN license.
Details
- Level 1 Trauma Center with 41 operating rooms
- Day shift, 12-hour shifts starting at 0645, with occasional floats to 0845 or 1045 starts
- Occasional floating to night shift, no more than 3 shifts per contract
- Floating to other UCH OR locations within scope as needed
- 1:1 patient ratio
- Weekend coverage as needed per unit requirements
- On-call requirements as needed, approximately 3 shifts per 8-week period
- Case types include General, GU/GYN, Neuro, ENT, and Plastic surgery
Requirements
- Active RN license (CO or Compact) required
- AHA BLS certification required
- Minimum 3 years of Operating Room experience required
- Level 1 or Level 2 trauma center experience required
- At least one completed travel assignment required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Experience with a wide range of surgical specialties including gynecologic, plastics, neurology, trauma, general surgery, urology, and ENT procedures
Additional Information
- Circulate and scrub for a variety of surgical cases across multiple specialties
- Complete all facility-specific onboarding modules within the first week of assignment
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- Candidates previously employed by UCHealth or its affiliates within the last two years are not eligible for consideration
- Travelers who completed a full year on assignment at this facility must wait at least one year before rebooking
- Maximum of 10 RTO days approved per 13-week contract, with blackout periods restricting time off during key dates
- No blocked scheduling requests permitted
- Local candidates residing within 75 miles of the facility are eligible for consideration
Facility
University of Colorado Hospital
4 nurses recommend working with University of Colorado Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 620 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona is very quick to respond, friendly, and gets you submitted fast. Highly recommend her.
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Aurora, CO
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Aurora, CO here's what you should know:- Lower cost of living compared to the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 88°F and winter lows of 17°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find.
- Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
- Aurora has a large population of travel nurses.
- Plentiful and diverse local attractions including the Aurora History Museum, the Black American West Museum, and the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus.
- Fantastic food scene with restaurants like El Taco de Mexico, Sam's No 3 Diner, and La Sandia Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar.
- Outdoor activities include the Aurora Reservoir for fishing, boating, swimming, and ice skating in the winter, as well as over 50 miles of beautiful hiking trails.
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