Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Aurora, CO
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career with a high-impact ICU Registered Nurse (RN) travel contract in the Neuro ICU at a top-rated hospital in Aurora, Colorado (zip code 80045). This 13-week travel nursing job places you in a leading Neurosurgical ICU and Comprehensive Stroke Center, providing specialized care for neurotrauma and neurosurgical patients. Aurora, CO, offers a vibrant urban lifestyle, diverse healthcare opportunities, and easy access to Denver and the Rocky Mountains—making it a prime destination for travel nurses and healthcare professionals.

Neuro ICU RN Job Details

• Location: Aurora, Colorado 80045 (Denver metro area)
• Unit: 24-bed Neurosurgical ICU – Comprehensive Stroke Center, Level I Trauma Center
• Contract Length: 13 weeks (Start: January 5, 2026 – End: April 6, 2026)
• Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse Contract
• Shifts: Rotating Days & Nights, 12-hour shifts (07:00–19:30 or 19:00–07:30); minimum 50/50 split over 6 weeks
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Requirement: Minimum 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling period
• On-Site Position
• Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Charting System: Epic EMR
• Scrub Color: Navy
• Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $2020–$2070

ICU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado or compact state (required for Colorado nursing jobs)
• BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA required)
• NIHSS certification
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in a dedicated Neuro ICU or Neurosurgical ICU
• Trauma Level II experience required; Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Experience with Epic or similar EMR systems
• Proficiency in hourly neurological assessments, intracranial pressure management, and post-neurosurgical care
• First-time travel nurses welcome if experience requirements are met

Neuro ICU RN Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized nursing care for patients with acute neurological conditions, including post-craniotomy, stroke, and traumatic brain injury
• Operate and manage advanced neurocritical care equipment: EVDs, lumbar drains, arctic sun, camino bolts, BIS monitoring, and noninvasive cardiac output monitoring
• Perform hourly neuro assessments and manage intracranial pressure
• Administer and titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips, sedation, and emergency medications
• Interpret arterial blood gases and dysrhythmias
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (IV, PT, RT, pharmacy, social services, rapid response)
• Float to other hospital units as needed
• Maintain infection prevention and isolation precautions
• Document patient care using Epic EMR

Why Choose Travel Nursing Jobs in Aurora, Colorado? Aurora is a thriving city with a robust healthcare community, excellent amenities, and proximity to Denver. Enjoy a dynamic urban lifestyle, world-class outdoor recreation, and a supportive network of healthcare professionals. Experience the best of Colorado nursing jobs in this beautiful location!

Apply now to join our Neuro ICU healthcare team in Aurora, CO, and take the next step in your travel nursing career!

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