ICU
Travel RN – ICU | Aurora, CO | Night Shift
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Contract Duration: 13 weeks | 36 guaranteed hours/week
Start Date: October 12, 2026
This general mixed ICU cares for a high-acuity, diverse patient population including medical, surgical, cardiac, and neurosurgery patients. The unit also manages post-operative open-heart surgery patients and supports advanced therapies including VV and VA ECMO, intra-aortic balloon pump, Impella, and CRRT.
Typical Procedures Include:
- Bronchoscopies and GI scopes
- Chest tube insertions
- Arterial and central line insertions
- Airway management and frequent drip titrations
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year of current ICU hospital experience
- Active BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications
- Colorado RN license (or compact eligibility)
Preferred Qualifications:
- CVICU/CTICU experience, particularly with immediate post-operative open-heart surgery patients
Ideal Candidate:
- Strong team player with excellent attention to detail and comfort managing complex, critically ill patients
The unit fosters a collaborative, supportive culture with experienced nursing staff on both day and night shifts. Aurora offers easy access to Colorado's mountains — whether you're hitting the slopes or exploring hiking trails, adventure is close by.
