Registered Nurse Preop PACU

Vail-Health-Hospital; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave (4 weeks paid)

Housing programs

Childcare reimbursement

Tuition Assistance

Existing Student Loan Repayment

Specialty Certification Reimbursement

Annual Supplemental Educational Funds

Up to five weeks PTO in first year

403(b) Retirement plan with immediate

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Wellbeing reimbursement up to $1000

Job summary

Vail Health in Vail, CO is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Preop/PACU to provide compassionate nursing care in collaboration with the care team. This full-time, day-shift role supports both PreOP and PACU operations and requires certification and licensure as an RN.

The position emphasizes patient safety, accurate documentation, and education for discharge planning, with opportunities for professional growth within a patient-centered, Just Culture environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English.
• 1 year of RN experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Colorado RN license or valid compact state license.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily patient flow to optimize care, safety and satisfaction.
• Provides patient education to facilitate plan of care and discharge instructions.
• Delegates or provides care according to regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates competent PreOP/PACU nursing across patient types and ages.
• Administers medications and assists in procedures with safety guidelines.

Skills

RN experience

BLS

ACLS

PALS

English proficiency

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

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Registered Nurse Preop PACU

Registered Nurse Preop PACU

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Schedule

Schedule Full-time year-round Shift Days

Details

Company Vail Health Location Vail, CO Category Nursing Clinical Yes Close Date October 31, 2026

Pay

Hourly $37.90 - $60.45 USD

About the opportunity:

The Preop/PACU Registered Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for providing compassionate and individualized nursing care for patients and their families in collaboration with providers, staff and other members of the team to achieve optimal patient.

What you will do:

• Oversees the daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety and satisfaction
• Provides patient education to facilitate plan of care, promote optimal wellness, and provide discharge instructions for home care
• Demonstrates ability to delegate and or provide care appropriately and according to all regulatory requirements
• Demonstrates competent PreOP/PACU nursing skills with all patient types and age groups with minimal supervision
• Administers medications, performs treatments, and assists in procedures as needed; consistently adhering to patient safety guidelines
• Completes patient documentation and paperwork with accuracy
• Ability to work in both PreOP and PACU and take call independently
• Ability to assume new assignments as directed with competence and necessary skillset aligned with ASPAN standards
• Ability to identify abnormalities and perform necessary interventions during post-operative emergencies
• Delivers excellent service by utilizing Relationship-Based Care to advocate for safety, patient preferences, and optimal communication through partnering with patients and families
• Role models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

What you will need:

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English.
• 1 year of RN experience.

License(s) and Certification(s):

• Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Colorado Registered Nurses license or from a valid compact state required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), required.

Education:

• Minimum of Associates Nursing degree for positions hired after 7/1/2018.

Benefits at Vail Health Include:

• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
  • Competitive wages
  • Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
  • Housing programs
  • Childcare reimbursement
• Medical
• Vision
• Educational Programs:
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Existing Student Loan Repayment
  • Specialty Certification Reimbursement
  • Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
• Paid Time Off:
  • Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
• Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
• Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
  • Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
  • Recreation discounts
  • Pet insurance

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.