PermanentPosted 19 days ago
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Denver Health · Denver, CO
$242k–$259k/ year
CRNA jobs in Aurora, CO
1 open role with published pay is listed for Aurora and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Aurora. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Aurora.
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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- Overall prices in Denver-Aurora-Centennial run 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 47% above the U.S. average (index 146.9).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Travel assignment per diem in Aurora
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $194 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,002 |
| 13-week assignment | $26,026 |
Travel CRNA assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Aurora
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Aurora, 3 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Colorado Hospital Authority Aurora, CO | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Eastern Colorado Healthcare System Aurora, CO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital Aurora, CO | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Children's Hospital Colorado Aurora, CO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Arapahoe County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Arapahoe County (1 geographic, 1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
CRNA pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | 9 mi | — | 729,019 |
| Centennial, CO | 11 mi | — | 108,853 |
License and tax basics in Colorado
Colorado is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Colorado license by endorsement.
Colorado taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Aurora
Aurora city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
Who is hiring CRNAs in Aurora?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Aurora.
Do I need a Colorado license to work in Aurora as a CRNA?
Colorado is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Colorado license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Aurora in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Arapahoe County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Aurora?
The federal per diem benchmark in Aurora is $194 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,002 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Aurora?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Aurora and across Colorado. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Aurora.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Essentia HealthDuluth, MN · 4 postings$173.59/ hr$142–$200
- MercyWisconsin · 3 postings$152.50/ hr$88–$200
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 7 postings$145.43/ hr$130–$161
- Mass General BrighamSalem, MA · 26 postings$140.62/ hr$67–$200
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2What they are offering now
Low$90Median$139.42High$191
106 CRNA postings with published pay in the US, 69 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 CRNA roles
- Certified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPermanent$242k–$259k/ year
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