Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Aurora, Colorado
University of Colorado Hospital

Neuro ICU Registered Nurse - Travel/Contract

Location: Aurora, Colorado
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Hours per Week: 36

Job Overview

• Work in a 24-bed Neurosurgical ICU, a Comprehensive Stroke Center and Level I Trauma Center.
• High acuity, fast-paced surgical ICU environment.
• Patient ratio: 1 nurse to 2 patients.
• Floating as required.
• Minimum 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling period (may vary based on staffing needs).
• No on-call required.
• Charting system: Epic.
• Scrub color: Navy.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado.
• Minimum 1 year of Neuro ICU experience within the last year.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required

Scheduling & Time Off

• Maximum of 10 Return to Office (RTO) days approved.
• RTO not allowed during:

  • June 28 - July 9, 2026
  • September 2 - September 12, 2026
• Flexibility may be considered for harder-to-fill positions.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Valid Driver’s License/State ID (clear copies front and back).
• E-Verify or attestation.
• Proof of name change if applicable (certifications/licensure must match current legal name).
• Background checks within 60 days of start, including:

  • 7-year background check with SSN trace, Colorado state checks, education verification (accredited nursing school), sex offender search, sanctions list, etc.
• Education verification or transcript/diploma from accredited nursing program (CCNE or ACEN).
• NURSYS verification for RN license within 60 days of start.
• Colorado CAPS check results within 60 days of start.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, DO, NP, or PA (not Chiropractor).
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start and annually updated (specific approved masks required).
• Immunizations and titers:

  • TDAP within 10 years or signed declination within 1 year
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, with annual updates if positive TB history
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity via titer or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B immunity or vaccination series or declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
• Drug testing within 30 days of start and annually updated (specific drug panel required).
• COVID vaccine proof or signed declination accepted.
• Color blindness testing via Ishihara exam (online testing not accepted for new candidates).

Competency Requirements (Must be current within 1 year)

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (required for Neuro ICU).
• Core competency exams Part I, II, and III.
• OSHA mandatory training.

References & Employment History

• Two professional references from the last two years required; one must be from employment within the last year. References must be from Charge RN, Manager, Supervisor, or above.
• Employment history verification for the last 3 years required, including explanations for gaps over 30 days.

Additional Notes

• Candidate must confirm renewal plans for any certifications expiring within 90 days of assignment start to avoid clearance issues.
• Facility-specific new employee orientation modules must be completed within the first two weeks of assignment.
• Candidates with employment gaps of 15+ days are considered new and must meet full background and compliance requirements.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized Neuro ICU setting with a focus on high-acuity neurological and neurosurgical patient care during night shifts.