Job Description:

Join a dedicated team in a vibrant urban setting to deliver critical pediatric intensive care in a Level Three PICU. This 14-week travel contract offers the chance to work with complex cases, from neonates to young adults up to 21 years old, involving conditions like respiratory support, sepsis, TBI, and surgical recovery. The role involves night shifts, with every other weekend on call, providing an engaging yet predictable schedule. As a PICU nurse, you'll handle state-of-the-art equipment such as Trilogy ventilators and ICP monitors, making each shift a lesson in advanced pediatric critical care. If you thrive on challenging cases and working in a high-acuity environment, this assignment will test and expand your skills.

Weather:

Typically, the weather around this time of year features crisp, cool days with clear blue skies and mild evenings, perfect for outdoor activities. The region experiences mild winters with occasional snowfall, offering scenic winter landscapes that invite you to enjoy the outdoors.

Fun Things To Do:

• Denver Botanic Gardens: Explore a vast collection of native and exotic plants.
• Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre: Attend a concert or enjoy breathtaking views on a scenic hike.
• Colorado River Rafting: Experience an adventurous day trip rafting through thrilling rapids.
• Garden of the Gods (Day Trip): Marvel at stunning red rock formations just outside the city.
• Rocky Mountain National Park (Day Trip): Take a scenic drive or hike amidst mountain peaks and alpine lakes.

Job Specifics:

Location: Aurora, Colorado
Shift: 12-hour rotating nights, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
Duration: 14 weeks, with a weekly schedule of 36 hours
This high-acuity pediatric environment seeks experienced PICU nurses comfortable working with a wide range of complex conditions in children and young adults. The role includes floating to varied inpatient units as needed within a 35-mile radius, except for emergency departments and inpatient psychiatry. Candidates should hold a BSN, Colorado RN license, and at least 2 years of PICU experience, including with ventilators and ICP monitors.

• 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