OR RN
Aurora, CO
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Days
$3,414/weekOverview
- Start Date09/28/2026
- 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 28, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN with a CO or compact RN license, requiring 3 years of OR experience and Level I or II trauma experience.
Details
- Work in a 41-OR department at a Level 1 Trauma Center
- 1:1 patient ratio
- Day shift, 4x12 hours, 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM, with occasional float to 8:45 AM or 10:45 AM starts
- Must work 3 night shifts per assignment
- Weekend coverage as needed
- On-call required as needed, approximately 3 shifts per 8-week schedule period
- Float to other UCH OR units within scope as needed
- Cases include General, GU/GYN, Neuro, ENT, and Plastic surgery
Requirements
- Active CO or Compact RN license required
- Current AHA BLS certification
- Minimum 3 years of Operating Room experience required
- Level I or Level II Trauma Center experience required
- At least one completed travel assignment required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Experience with a broad range of surgical procedures including gynecologic, plastics, neurologic, trauma, general surgery, urology, and ENT cases
- Ability to confirm and circulate craniotomy cases
Additional Information
- Level 1 Trauma Center environment with high-acuity surgical caseload
- Completion of all facility-specific modules required within the first week of assignment
- Maximum of 10 RTO days approved per 13-week contract, with blackout periods restricting RTO during select weeks
- No blocked scheduling requests permitted
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- Candidates previously employed by the health system or its affiliates are not eligible
- Travelers who completed a full year on assignment must wait at least one year before rebooking
- Local candidates residing within 75 miles of the facility are eligible for a local bill rate
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 a Top Notch recruiter!! She was very well organized & on top of her game!! Very responsive to all my questions. She made the hole onboarding process very smooth!! Thanks Sebrona!!
Cons
None
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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