Travel Contract

NICU RN
Aurora, CO
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$2,236/week

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Overview

Start Date11/16/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

2% higher than average Registered Nurse / Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse pay in Colorado

Estimated total pay

$2,236/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
401k retirement plan
Life insurance

Qualifications

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Required

Profile

Resume

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (1 year)

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Other

1 Year Unit Experience Within the Last 3 Years

Other qualifications

License

Colorado Nursing License

Description

RN NICU

Role Overview

Travel/Contract RN NICU Nights
Shift: Night, 3x12 hours, 19:00–7:30
Contract length: 13 weeks
Location: Aurora, Colorado

Unit Details

55-bed Level III NICU
Largest Level III NICU in metro Denver
Delivery service
Specializes in micro preemies less than 28 weeks
Cares for infants from 22 weeks to post term
Average daily census: 48
Ratio: 1:2

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Colorado
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (2 years of experience)
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care experience within the last year
BLS issued by American Heart Association or RQI
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience working with NICU Level 3 patients

Preferred

First-time travelers are okay as long as they have the required experience

Float / Coverage

May float to Mother Baby Unit
May be required to float to sister facilities based on facility need

Schedule Requirements

Call: one 12-hour shift every 6 weeks
Weekend requirement: 6 to 8 weekend shifts in a 6-week period

Additional Notes

RTO max approved: 10 days
RTO is not allowed during November 22–December 2, 2026, and December 20–January 3, 2027
Charting: Epic
Scrub color: Navy

Employer

Travel Nurses, Inc.

4.4rating(19 reviews)

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Fantastic!

Marissa was great to work with and I look forward to working with her again on my next search

Review of Marissa Morgan on Feb 9, 2024

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About

Travel Nurses, Inc. is a nurse-founded and operated healthcare staffing agency connecting nurses and allied health professionals with opportunities nationwide. Since 1988, we’ve grown from supporting operating room teams in the Mid-South to serving a wide range of specialties across the country.

At our core, we believe healthcare professionals are the foundation of care. That belief drives everything we do, from how we support our clinicians to how we build long-term relationships.

We are committed to making travel simple, transparent and rewarding. With clear pay packages, dedicated recruiter support and a focus on career mobility, our clinicians can move forward with confidence.

Wherever your career takes you, you’ll never go alone.

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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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