Travel Contract

Pediatric ICU Open Heart RN
Aurora, CO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,780/week

Overview

Start Date09/08/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays, Nights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

20% higher than average Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse pay in Colorado

Estimated total pay

$2,780/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
The pediatric critical care unit specialty is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse in Aurora, Colorado. The position involves rotating day and night shifts within a Level Three Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) with an open heart focus. This 13-week assignment is designed for experienced pediatric critical care nurses committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a dynamic hospital environment.

Job Details:

Location: Aurora, Colorado
Position Title: RN - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Open Heart
Unit: Level Three - PICU
Assignment Duration: 09/08/2026 to 12/12/2026
Shift Schedule: 12-hour rotating days/nights, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM, minimum of 36 hours per week
Travel Required: No
Float Requirement: No
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: BSN preferred; ADN with 6 years of experience will be considered
- Licensure/Certification: Colorado RN license or multi-state compact license, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Other: Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCR) certification preferred
Required Job Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of staff RN experience in dedicated pediatric CVICU or pediatric CICU with open heart focus
- Previous travel nursing experience
Certifications: PALS Heartcode, ACLS Heartcode (no Heartcode complete), BLS
Preferred Qualifications:
- CCRN and ventricular assist device (VAD) experience preferred; please note in work history comments
- Teaching hospital experience strongly preferred
Additional Information:
- No approved RTO within the first two weeks of the assignment
- Medical and religious exemption requests for seasonal influenza vaccination are accommodated

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits

Posted Date: 2026-07-25

Cross Country Job ID #1279735. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Open Heart

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

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About Aurora, CO

As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Aurora, CO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower cost of living compared to the national average.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 88°F and winter lows of 17°F.

Furnished Housing

Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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