ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Colorado
ICU Registered Nurse jobs in Colorado represent one of the most active critical care markets in the Mountain West, with consistent demand across major hospital systems, trauma centers, and academic medical centers serving a fast-growing population. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora concentrate most of the hiring, anchored by large employers like UCHealth, SCL Health, and Children's Hospital Colorado. Cardiovascular ICU, surgical ICU, and neurological critical care are among the most in-demand specialties, sought at every level from new graduate to charge nurse. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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RN ICU
Full Time Nights 7pm - 7am with rotating weekends/holidays
RN ICU Experience preferred and may consider 1 year in acute PCU/ Stepdown/ Telemetry experience
As a RN ICU, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn –whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing.
Job Summary and Qualifications
The Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN serves as an advocate for patients/families/caregivers and models a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.
- Performs procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Documents the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
- Teaches patients/families/caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.
- Teaches patients/families/caregivers about any non-medicinal follow-up measures, such as healthy diet and exercise, disease prevention, and/or other lifestyle changes. Prepares patients and families/caregivers for future self-management.
- Manages evidence-based practices and continuous process improvement initiatives to meet and exceed quality measures and enhance the exceptional care provided to patients.
- Manages the quality of care by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate, evaluate, customize, and deliver a holistic patient treatment plan that promotes and supports recovery.
What qualifications you will need:
- RN experience in ICU; may consider Stepdown/PCU/Telemetry recent experience at 6 months minimum.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support / ACLS
- Basic Cardiac Life Support / BLS
- (RN) Registered Nurse License in Colorado or Multi State
- Registered Nurse Diploma
Benefits
HCA HealthONE Mountain Ridge, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
"Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future."
Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC
Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive
HCA Healthcare
HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver-metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients’ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow® urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. Among HCA HealthONE’s acute care hospitals is Mountain Ridge (formerly North Suburban Medical Center), a 157-bed, Level II state-designated trauma facility. Mountain Ridge strives to meet and exceed the needs of the north metro Denver communities by also providing two freestanding, full-service emergency rooms and an outpatient surgery center. Consistently among the Denver Business Journals’ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than $400M in federal, state and local taxes.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our RN ICU opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing, apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.
The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.
RN ICU
Full Time Nights 7pm - 7am with rotating weekends/holidays
RN ICU Experience preferred and may consider 1 year in acute PCU/ Stepdown/ Telemetry experience
As a RN ICU, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn –whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing.
Job Summary and Qualifications
The Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN serves as an advocate for patients/families/caregivers and models a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.
- Performs procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Documents the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
- Teaches patients/families/caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.
- Teaches patients/families/caregivers about any non-medicinal follow-up measures, such as healthy diet and exercise, disease prevention, and/or other lifestyle changes. Prepares patients and families/caregivers for future self-management.
- Manages evidence-based practices and continuous process improvement initiatives to meet and exceed quality measures and enhance the exceptional care provided to patients.
- Manages the quality of care by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate, evaluate, customize, and deliver a holistic patient treatment plan that promotes and supports recovery.
What qualifications you will need:
- RN experience in ICU; may consider Stepdown/PCU/Telemetry recent experience at 6 months minimum.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support / ACLS
- Basic Cardiac Life Support / BLS
- (RN) Registered Nurse License in Colorado or Multi State
- Registered Nurse Diploma
Benefits
HCA HealthONE Mountain Ridge, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
"Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future."
Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC
Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive
HCA Healthcare
HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver-metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients’ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow® urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. Among HCA HealthONE’s acute care hospitals is Mountain Ridge (formerly North Suburban Medical Center), a 157-bed, Level II state-designated trauma facility. Mountain Ridge strives to meet and exceed the needs of the north metro Denver communities by also providing two freestanding, full-service emergency rooms and an outpatient surgery center. Consistently among the Denver Business Journals’ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than $400M in federal, state and local taxes.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our RN ICU opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing, apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.
ICU Registered Nurse Job Market in Colorado
A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- UCHealth18
- American Traveler10
- CommonSpirit Health10
- Voyage Health7V
- Intermountain Health4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in ICU registered nurse jobs across Colorado.
- Active Colorado RN license or a multistate compact license recognized in Colorado
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required at time of hire
- Associate or bachelor of science in nursing degree from an accredited program
- Minimum one to two years of ICU or critical care clinical experience preferred
- Proficiency with critical care monitoring equipment and ventilator management
- CCRN certification preferred by many Colorado hospital systems for experienced applicants
ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a icu registered nurse in Colorado?
You become an icu registered nurse in Colorado by earning an accredited ADN or BSN, passing the NCLEX-RN, and applying for licensure through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies. Colorado is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so nurses holding a multistate license from another compact state can work in Colorado without a separate state license. Most ICU positions then require completing a critical care orientation or residency before independent practice.
How much do ICU registered nurses make in Colorado?
ICU registered nurses in Colorado earn a median of about $100,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,500 for the lowest 10% to over $124,940 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire icu registered nurses in Colorado?
Colorado icu registered nurse roles are posted by UCHealth, American Traveler, and CommonSpirit Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's large integrated health systems, including Level I trauma centers along the Front Range, account for the majority of posted openings and hire continuously to support high patient volumes.
Which Colorado cities have the most icu registered nurse jobs?
Aurora, Denver, and Lakewood lead Colorado for icu registered nurse openings. Denver drives the bulk of demand as the state's primary hub for academic medical centers and Level I trauma facilities, while Colorado Springs and Aurora contribute significant volume through regional hospital campuses and rapidly expanding health system affiliates serving suburban and military populations.
Are there remote icu registered nurse jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 6% of icu registered nurse openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, bedside nature of intensive care work. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work involve telephonic case management, utilization review, or remote patient monitoring within telehealth ICU programs.
How can I get hired as a icu registered nurse in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is applying to a critical care nurse residency or new-graduate transition program at a large Colorado health system. UCHealth, SCL Health, and Children's Hospital Colorado all run structured residency programs designed to bring newly licensed RNs into ICU settings with supervised clinical development. Lateral experience in step-down, progressive care, or emergency nursing is recognized by most Colorado employers as a qualifying bridge. Earning your BLS, ACLS, and keeping your Colorado compact-state license current strengthens any new-grad application.
Where can I find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings from employers hiring now. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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