Travel Contract

Pediatric Medical Floor RN
Aurora, CO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,565/week

Posted 4 days ago

Overview

Start Date01/05/2027
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration14 weeks

Pay

5% higher than average Registered Nurse / Pediatric Med Surg Nurse pay in Colorado

Estimated total pay

$2,565/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary

Registered Nurse, Pediatric Medical Floor Colorado. The role provides pediatric inpatient nursing care in a high-acuity surgical multidisciplinary specialty setting. The assignment involves 12-hour day shifts, caring for patients with complex tracheostomy, ventilator, chest tube, trauma, and neurological needs.

Job Details

Schedule: 12-hour day shifts from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week and every other weekend availability required.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); Registered Nurse (RN) licensure; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification; minimum of 2 years of pediatric inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) experience; prior travel experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with external ventricular drains (EVD), tracheostomy and ventilator patients, epidurals, patient-controlled analgesia (PCA), trauma patients, neurological patients, and ventilator-dependent pediatric populations.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information:
- 13-week assignment from 01/05/2027 through 04/10/2027.
- Candidates must be comfortable caring for high-acuity tracheostomy, ventilator, and chest tube patients.
- Registered Nurses (RNs) initiate intravenous (IV) access, with team assistance available.
- Clinical responsibilities may include managing ketamine and heparin infusions and high-flow oxygen weaning.
- Available resources include feeding pumps, patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pumps, tracheostomy ventilators, respiratory support, and anesthesia support.
- Seasonal influenza vaccination is required; medical and religious exemptions are accepted.

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 #1347969. 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 / Pediatric Medical Floor

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses

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Pros

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Cons

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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 Med Surg 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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