Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Aurora, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/03/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Childrens Hospital Colorado at Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) with a specialization in Open Heart. This role involves providing specialized nursing care in a Level Three CICU setting, supporting pediatric patients with complex cardiac conditions. The assignment is for 13 weeks, starting November 3, 2026, with rotating day and night shifts based on unit needs.
Job Details:
Shift Hours: 12-hour rotating days and nights (6:45 AM - 7:15 PM / 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
Start Date: 11/03/2026
End Date: 02/06/2027
Travel Required: Yes
Float Required: Yes, within Childrens Hospital Colorado Anschutz Campus as needed
Schedule: Rotating
Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree required or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted with 6+ years relevant experience; active Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) License or Multi-State Compact License; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Heartcode certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Heartcode certification; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; minimum 2-3 years of staff nurse experience in a dedicated pediatric cardiovascular intensive care unit (CVPICU) or pediatric CICU with open heart focus; previous travel experience required.
Additional Information: Candidates who will work one winter holiday (Christmas 2026 or New Year 2027) are preferred. No request for time off will be approved during the first two weeks of the assignment. Season influenza vaccination is required; medical and religious exemptions are accepted.
Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Posted Date: 2026-09-16
Cross Country Job ID #1303943. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Open Heart
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Numbers & Facts
Location
Aurora, CO
Skills
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