Travel Contract

Pediatric Cardiac Progressive Care RN
Aurora, CO
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,613/week

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Overview

Start Date01/06/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

33% higher than average Registered Nurse / Cardiac Stepdown Nurse pay in Colorado

Estimated total pay

$2,613/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
Guaranteed Hours
401k retirement plan
Cancelation protection
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits

Qualifications

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Work Experience

Registered Nurse (1 year)

License

Colorado Nursing License

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Description

Pediatric Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (CPCU) RN Position

Location: Anschutz Medical Campus
Facility Type: Pediatric teaching hospital
Unit: Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (CPCU)
Unit Size: 34 beds (single rooms)
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 2:1 or 3:1 per shift
Shift: 12-hour nights (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Assignment Dates: 12/02/2025 - 03/07/2026
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (Friday/Saturday/Sunday)
Float Requirement: None (client may float within 35 miles to other clinical areas within competence)
On Call Requirement: None

Qualifications

Education & Experience

BSN required
Minimum 2 years clinical experience in Pediatric Cardiac Progressive Care or Cardiac Stepdown
At least 1 year experience with inpatient pediatric cardiology (ICU or intermediate care)
Working knowledge of pediatric 3-stage single ventricle care (will be assessed)
Prior travel experience preferred but not required
Teaching hospital experience preferred

Certifications

BLS (Basic Life Support)
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Preferred Skills

Experience with pediatric VAD (Ventricular Assist Device)
Competence with pediatric cardiology patients including single ventricle, heart transplant, and VAD care

Additional Information

No return to office (RTO) approved within the first two weeks of assignment
Seasonal influenza vaccination required; medical and religious exemptions allowed for 2025-2026 season

Employer

PRIDE Health

4.0rating(80 reviews)

49 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health

5.0rating

Pros

Rose Cano is the BEST recruiter. Always there for me me and answers all my questions, promptly. Lucky to have her.

Cons

I haven’t had an issue yet.

Recommends working with PRIDE Health

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About

PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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About Houston, TX

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Cost of Living

Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.

Transportation

Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.

Demographics

Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.

Things to Do

Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.

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