Registered Nurse - Medical - Surgical (Pediatrics)

Axelon

  • Aurora, CO
  • Today
  • $60–$61 Per Hour

Highlights

Experience with trach/vent patients, EVD and lumbar drains, chest tubes, JP drains, central lines, TPN/Lipids, CPM/Ortho/Halo traction, colostomy, ileostomy, cecostomy, nephrostomy care, TBI, neuro assessments, and seizure management. Access to Medfusion and Baxter Sigma IV pumps, Kangaroo feeding pumps, CADD PCA pumps, and VocSN trach ventilators.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAurora, CO
Salary$60–$61 Per Hour

Description

Summary:

  • Duration: 13 Weeks (01/05/2026 - 04/10/2026)
  • Shift: 12-Hour Nights (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
  • 50-Mile Radius Rule: Applies

Responsibilities:

  • Provide nursing care to pediatric patients in a medical/surgical environment.
  • Maintain patient ratios of 1:3-4, occasionally 1:2 based on acuity.
  • Participate in modified self-scheduling through an internal scheduling committee.
  • Work 10 weekend shifts per 8-week scheduling block (Friday, Saturday, Sunday).
  • Float to various units including Medical, Oncology, Respiratory, Cardiac Acute Care, Rehab, NICU, and possible NOC sites.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years Pediatric RN experience in a large pediatric facility.
  • Minimum 2 years specialty experience.
  • Experience with trach/vent patients, EVD and lumbar drains, chest tubes, JP drains, central lines, TPN/Lipids, CPM/Ortho/Halo traction, colostomy, ileostomy, cecostomy, nephrostomy care, TBI, neuro assessments, and seizure management.
  • Experience with solid organ transplant patients (liver/kidney), trauma, and rehabilitation patients.
  • Required Certification: BLS

Preferred Skills:

  • BSN preferred.
  • Previous travel experience preferred.

Benefits:

  • Access to Medfusion and Baxter Sigma IV pumps, Kangaroo feeding pumps, CADD PCA pumps, and VocSN trach ventilators.
  • 24/7 respiratory support and anesthesia support as needed.
  • RN starts IVs with team assistance available, manages ketamine and heparin drips, and handles high-flow oxygen weaning.

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