RN: PICU

Job Description

Join a travel contract as a PICU Registered Nurse in Aurora, Colorado, caring for pediatric patients from birth through age 21 in a Level Three intensive care setting. This assignment focuses on complex medical and surgical cases, including respiratory conditions requiring support from nasal cannula through mechanical ventilation, sepsis, traumatic brain injury, diabetic ketoacidosis, seizure disorders, oncology, metabolic disorders, and post-surgical care.

The schedule offers flexible options, including rotating days and nights or straight nights, with overnight shifts running from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM. Nurses work every other weekend, float to inpatient critical care and acute care areas as needed, and are not required to take call. A little PICU experience goes a long way here, with familiarity with Trilogy and Servo ventilators, Codman ICP monitors, Medfusion syringe pumps, and Baxter large-volume IV pumps supporting success in the role.

Weather

Aurora typically offers cool, crisp conditions with plenty of sunshine, changing temperatures, and occasional snowfall. Layered clothing and comfortable footwear are useful for enjoying time outdoors.

Fun Things To Do

• Outdoor Adventure: Explore Cherry Creek State Park for hiking, biking, boating, and scenic open space.

• Arts and Culture: Visit the Aurora Cultural Arts District for galleries, performances, and local events.

• Day Trip: Spend a day in Denver exploring museums, restaurants, shops, and downtown attractions.

• Day Trip: Visit Rocky Mountain National Park for mountain views, wildlife, and scenic trails.

• Local Escape: Enjoy the trails, wildlife, and views at the Plains Conservation Center.

Job Specifics

Location: Aurora, Colorado Shift: Flexible scheduling; rotating days/nights or straight nights available, with overnight hours from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM Hours: 48 hours per week Duration: 14 weeks