Travel PICU RN - $3,698 per week

GLC On-The-Go is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Aurora, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Critical Care Float
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse - PICU | Aurora, CO | Contract

Quick Look

• Weekly Gross Pay: $3,513 - $3,698
• Shift: 12H Rotating
• Start Date: 11/17/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for a contract position in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at a leading acute-care hospital in Aurora, CO. This is an exciting opportunity for a travel nurse looking to make a difference in a high-acuity pediatric critical care environment.

Position Overview: As a PICU RN, you will be responsible for providing exceptional care to complex medical and surgical pediatric patients, ranging from birth through 21 years of age. You will work in a Level Three PICU, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients in critical condition.
• Monitor and manage respiratory support including nasal cannula, BiPAP/CPAP, and mechanical ventilation.
• Provide care for patients with chronic childhood diseases, sepsis, TBI, DKA, seizure disorders, oncology diagnoses, metabolic disorders, and non-accidental trauma.
• Utilize specialized equipment such as Trilogy and Servo ventilators, Codman ICP monitors, Medfusion syringe pumps, and Baxter large volume IV pumps.
• Float to other inpatient care areas as needed, including critical care units and acute care floors.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BSN required.
• Current Colorado RN License.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a staff RN in a comparable PICU.
• Experience caring for patients from birth through 21 years of age.
• Required certifications: AHA BLS and AHA PALS.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of PICU staff experience.
• 1 year of travel experience in a teaching facility preferred.

This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including rotating shifts and the ability to work every other weekend. Please note that there is no time off allowed during the first two weeks of the assignment, and medical/religious exemptions for the flu vaccine are permitted.

If you are a compassionate and skilled PICU RN looking for a rewarding travel opportunity, we encourage you to apply today!

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply now!

GLC On-The-Go Job ID #571947. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

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