NICU Registered Nurse
Denver, CO
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,653/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU Travel Position
Location: Denver, Colorado
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36
Unit Information
- Unit: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Level IV
- Beds: 42
- Staff: Approximately 100 (including 14-17 RNs per shift)
- Patient Ratios: Typically 2:1 or 1:1
- Equipment Used:
- Incubators, radiant warmers
- Continuous cardiorespiratory monitoring
- High Frequency Oscillating Ventilation, Jet Ventilation, Servo ventilation
- Tracheostomy care
- High-flow nasal cannula, NIPPV
- Central lines, peripheral IVs (PIVs), Foley catheters
- Titrated and continuous medications, intermittent IV/PO medications
- Chest tubes, Arctic Sun device
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Neonatal Notes Manager, Meditech
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Colorado
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
- Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support), NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) for floating assignments
- Post-surgical care experience
Typical Procedures Performed
- Intubation
- Central line placement
- Peripheral IV insertion
- Therapeutic hypothermia
- Lab draws
- Sepsis screening
- Gastric tube placement
- Circumcisions
- Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) exams
Work Environment & Culture
- High-acuity, fast-paced NICU with a seasoned team
- Opportunities for early-to-midcareer clinicians to grow quickly
- Daily learning during rounds with exposure to advanced procedures and complex care pathways
- Professionalism, accountability, and emotional regulation are essential personality traits
- Proactive approach to seeking direction valued
This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a Level IV NICU with a diverse patient population and advanced neonatal care technologies.
Employer
Host Healthcare
249 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
I have been with Host Healthcare for several months. I am not very tolerant of red tape. However Rachel at Host is my Recruiter and has done an incredible job of cutting through the red tape and doing a lot of hand holding through the initial process. She has made my experience so pleasant. I could've gotten more money elsewhere but i am staying right here. Rachel is available all of the time!!! I am very grateful.
Cons
None
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About Denver, CO
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Denver, CO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Denver is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 85-95°F, while winter lows range from 15-25°F.
- Denver experiences all four seasons, with plenty of sunshine throughout the year.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Denver, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular neighborhoods and near medical facilities.
- Denver is car-friendly, with a well-connected highway system.
- Public transportation is also available through the Regional Transportation District (RTD), offering bus and light rail services.
- Denver is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns for newcomers.
- The city has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous medical facilities.
- Denver offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving Colorado-style cuisine.
- The city has a thriving arts and music culture, along with professional sports teams.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Rocky Mountains for hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities.
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