Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics OR - Operating Room
Aurora, CO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,815/week

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Overview

Start Date08/04/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

9% higher than average Registered Nurse / Pediatric Operating Room Nurse pay in Colorado

Estimated total pay

$2,815/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
Operating Room Pediatric (OR PEDS) Nurse Traveler position available in Aurora, Colorado. This role involves providing specialized perioperative care for pediatric patients within a high-volume setting. The assignment offers a comprehensive experience working in a Level 1 Trauma facility, supporting diverse pediatric surgical procedures.

Job Details:

Location: Aurora, Colorado
Position Title: OR RN Traveler
Specialty: Operating Room Pediatrics Only
Schedule: 12-Hour Days | 7:00 AM 7:30 PM, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Start Date: 08/04/2026
End Date: 11/07/2026
Travel Required: Yes
Float Requirement: No
Minimum Qualifications: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN); active RN license (State or Compact); BLS (Basic Life Support); previous Operating Room experience in a Level 1 Trauma facility; pediatric experience required; strong ortho, spine, and neuro experience; ability to scrub is preferred.
Preferred Qualifications: Willingness to float to off shifts as needed; flexible with rotating shifts.
Additional Information: No request for time off within the first two weeks of assignment; medical and religious exemption requests from influenza vaccination are allowed; work schedule and hours are based on departmental needs and may change; on-call responsibilities may be required with a response time of 30 minutes.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1289241. 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 / Operating Room Pediatrics Only

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 Operating Room 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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