Travel Contract

NICU Registered Nurse
Aurora, CO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,695/week

Posted 13 days ago

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration14 weeks

Pay

21% higher than average Registered Nurse / Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse pay in Colorado

Estimated total pay

$2,695/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary

Registered Nurse Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Colorado. This travel assignment supports neonatal patients in a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for 13 weeks on 12-hour night shifts. The role requires advanced neonatal clinical experience, collaboration across pediatric care areas, and participation in an every-other-weekend rotation.

Job Details

Assignment: 13 weeks, from 11/17/2026 through 02/20/2027.
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Colorado Registered Nurse license or multistate compact license; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred, or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with more than 10 years of Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit experience; minimum of 2 years of Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit experience or more than 4 years of Level III experience; experience with tracheostomy and ventilator patients and surgical patient populations; Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications.
Preferred Qualifications: Previous travel nursing experience; cardiac experience; experience floating to pediatric intensive care and cardiac intensive care units; flexibility, strong communication skills, willingness to assist others, and a desire to learn.
Additional Information: Every-other-weekend coverage is required, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. No on-call shifts are required. Holiday work expectations will be discussed during the interview. Seasonal influenza vaccination exemptions may be available for medical and religious reasons.

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 #1341357. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

3.6rating(125 reviews)

12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses

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Pros

The Best most responsive recruiter at cross country. Could give 6. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stars

Cons

None

Review of Gary Roberts on Oct 29, 2026

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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 Neonatal 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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