Job Description:

Join the Children’s Hospital Colorado @ Anschutz Medical Campus as an RN in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, specializing in open heart cases. This 13-week contract places you in a Level Three CICU environment, where you will provide critical care to pediatric patients recovering from complex cardiac surgeries. The role involves working 12-hour rotating shifts—day and night—based on unit needs. What makes this assignment unique? You'll experience the energy of a teaching hospital and be part of a specialized team managing advanced cardiac cases, VADs, and other complex pediatric conditions. Candidates with prior travel experience, cardiothoracic ICU background, and pediatric CCRN are preferred. The setting offers the chance to refine your skills in a high-acuity, specialized unit while supporting some of the most vulnerable patients in a state-of-the-art facility.

Weather:

The weather around this time of year tends to be crisp and clear, with cool mornings and daytime temperatures that are pleasantly mild. Expect occasional breezes and a chance of light snowfall, creating a beautiful winter landscape in the Denver area. Dress in layers to stay comfortable during outdoor activities and shifts outside the hospital.

Fun Things To Do:

• City Day Trip: Explore Denver’s vibrant art scene and visit the Denver Art Museum or the Denver Botanic Gardens.
• Mountain Adventure: Take a day trip to the Rocky Mountains for hiking, scenic drives, or snow sports depending on weather conditions.
• Historical Excursion: Discover the history of Colorado at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.
• Outdoor Fun: Enjoy winter sports like skiing or snowboarding at nearby resorts such as Winter Park Resort.
• Local Cuisine: Sample Colorado’s craft beers and farm-to-table dining in downtown Denver.

Job Specifics:

Location: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour rotating days and nights (6:45 AM - 7:15 PM / 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, accident, etc.
• Referral Program
• Housing Options
• Continuing Education Program
• 401(k)
• License and Certificate Reimbursement
• Paid Bereavement Leave