Experience the Rocky Mountains: NICU Nursing in Aurora!

Experience the Rocky Mountains: NICU Nursing in Aurora!
RN - NICU
Aurora, CO
Travel/Contract
AMN Healthcare Nursing

AMN Healthcare Nursing

Embark on a rewarding journey as a NICU Travel Nurse in Aurora, Colorado! Nestled against the stunning Rocky Mountains, Aurora offers vibrant culture and outdoor adventures, from hiking trails to fine dining and world-class entertainment. Join a reputable Level IV NICU at Anschutz Medical Campus and make a lasting impact on vulnerable newborn lives while experiencing the thrill of travel nursing. Embrace both personal and professional growth in this breathtaking location!
$2,101 - 2,315/week I'm Interested

Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care - Travel - (NICU RN)

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS
Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care - Travel - (NICU RN)
StartDate: 1/6/2026 Available Shifts: 12 N Pay Rate: $2100.54 - $2314.88

Level Four-NICU Location: Anschutz Medical Campus Department: Level Four NICU (Cost Center Number: 1001220) Trauma Level: Level I Total # of Unit Beds/Suites/Deliveries: 82 Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 2:1 Length of Assignment: 13 weeks 50  Mile Radius Rule Float Requirement: may be required to float to acute care (level 6, 8 or 9) or ICUs (PICU or CICU); same shift time. Manager anticipates floating within NICU predominantly. If floated outside NICU will not take patients greater than 3 years of age. Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend; Friday, Saturday and Sunday night On-Call Requirement: None Holiday Work Requirement: Would be required to work the night before Labor day or the night of Labor day. FLOAT: Client reserves the right to float or reassign Personnel to other areas of practice within their clinical competence to fulfill the scheduled guaranteed hours and within thirty-five (35) miles of their originally assigned facility (unless otherwise agreed to in such Personnel’s individual assignment confirmation). Qualifications: Education: BSN- Required. Will consider ADN with 8+ years level IV NICU exp in a teaching AND children's facility Licensure/Certification: RN Required Certifications:  BLS , NRP, PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Minimum Clinical Experience Required: 2 years of Level IV NICU experience REQUIRED: Experience in a teaching hospital Preferred: Prior travel nursing experience Preferred: PICU experience is a plus , but NOT REQUIRED IVS TO OFFER - ***THIS IS A MANDITORY PHONE CALL have travelers standing by for an call*** This position is best suited for experienced NICU nurses who are comfortable working in a high-acuity, Level I trauma center. While prior travel experience is preferred, it is not mandatory, making this role a good opportunity for new travelers. Additional Information: NO RTO in the first two weeks of new assignment No more than 10 days of RTO will be approved during the 13 week contract Vaccine Policy: Exemptions for seasonal influenza vaccine allowed with completed form submission

Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse, NICU
Licenses: RN(Compact Accepted)(Copy needed)
Certifications: BLS-AHA(Copy needed); NRP(Copy needed); PALS(Copy needed)
Work History: Should not be more than 30 days of gap in entire work history
References: 1 Reference in the last 12 months

BLS, PALS, NRP
NICU SCL and Reference within a year
2 years of Level IV NICU experience
Experience in a teaching hospital

Preferred Qualifications
Previous Travel
Children's Hospital Experience

FACILITY LOCATION
One of the largest suburbs in the Denver metropolitan area, Aurora offers easy access to all that the Mile-High City has to offer—stunning mountain vistas, fine dining and shopping, professional sporting events, and world-class entertainment. This suburban outpost sits at the foot of the Rocky Mountains and is home to a major air force base, acclaimed school systems, and the University of Colorado Hospital.

JOB BENEFITS
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

* Competitive pay rates
* Free, quality, private housing
* Medical, Dental, Vision
* 401(k) and Flex Spending
* Life Insurance
* Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
* Free Continuing Education
* Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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Requirements

Registered Nurse, NICU
Licenses: RN(Compact Accepted)(Copy needed)
Certifications: BLS-AHA(Copy needed); NRP(Copy needed); PALS(Copy needed)
Work History: Should not be more than 30 days of gap in entire work history
References: 1 Reference in the last 12 months

BLS, PALS, NRP
NICU SCL and Reference within a year
2 years of Level IV NICU experience
Experience in a teaching hospital

Location
Aurora, Colorado
Profession
Registered Nurse
Employment Type
Travel/Contract
Shift
12 N
Duration
13 weeks
Compensation
$2,101 - 2,315/week
Start Date
Jan 5th, 2026

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