NICU RN
Aurora, CO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,403/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care620 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Level III NICU night shift position requiring 2 years of Level III NICU experience and a CO or compact RN license.
Details
- Level III NICU setting, the largest in metro Denver with 55 beds and an average daily census of 48
- Specializes in micro preemies, caring for neonates from 22 weeks to post term, primarily from a high-risk delivery service
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM, various days of the week
- Patient ratio of 1:2
- Weekend requirement of 6-8 shifts (Fri/Sat/Sun) within a 6-week period
- On-call requirement of one 12-hour shift every 6 weeks
- Potential to float within scope to the Mother Baby Unit to care for infants only, and possibly to sister facilities based on need
- Charting completed in Epic
Requirements
- Active RN license (CO or Compact) required
- BLS and NRP certification required
- Minimum 2 years of Level III NICU experience required
- Epic charting experience required
- Experience with IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, UAC/UVC, and administration of blood products
- Experience with neonatal medications including anti-seizure, antibiotics/antivirals, vasopressors, and steroids
- Experience with respiratory care including CPAP, HFNC, high frequency ventilation, nitric oxide, oscillators, and ventilator management
- Experience with APGAR scoring, developmental care, thermoregulation, and neonatal abstinence syndrome
- Experience with GI care including feedings, breastfeeding support, and NG/NJ tube management
- Experience with infectious disease precautions and neonatal sepsis management
Additional Information
- Provide direct bedside care to neonates ranging from micro preemies to post-term infants in a high-acuity Level III NICU
- Scrub color required is navy
- Maximum of 10 RTO days approved per 13-week contract, with blackout periods where RTO is not allowed
- No blocked scheduling requests permitted
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply as long as they meet the required experience
- Candidates previously employed by UCHealth or its affiliates must disclose this information
- Candidates who completed a full year on assignment with the facility's OR must wait at least one year before being rebooked
- Local candidates residing within 75 miles of the facility are eligible for the local rate
- Completion of all facility-specific modules is required within the first week of the assignment
Facility
University of Colorado Hospital
4 nurses recommend working with University of Colorado Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 620 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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 Neonatal Intensive Care 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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