Registered Nurse Resident

Vail Health Behavioral Health; Vail (CO); Presencial; USD 43.000 - 61.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive wages

Parental leave

Housing programs

Childcare reimbursement

Medical

Vision

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Repayment

Specialty Certification Reimbursement

Annual Supplemental Educational Funds

Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability

Wellbeing reimbursement

Recreation discounts

Pet insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Vail Health is seeking a Registered Nurse Resident for a full-time, year-round residency in Vail, CO. The program offers mentorship, structured learning, and hands-on patient care within a dynamic mountain-hospital setting.

You will work under supervision with educators and preceptors to complete the residency curriculum, meet performance goals, and transition to independent practice, while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to patients and families.

Formación

• Must be licensed as RN in the State of Colorado or a valid compact state.
• BLS certification required.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
• Graduated with a nursing degree within the past year from an accredited program.

Responsabilidades

• Participates in the nurse residency program activities.
• Learns and applies the nursing process to patient care.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to implement care plans.
• Provides patient-centered nursing care and advocacy.
• Delivers care in accordance with ethical, legal, and hospital policies.

Conocimientos

BLS Certification

English Proficiency

Educación

Registered Nurse license (CO/compact)

Bachelor's or Associate degree in nursing

Descripción del empleo

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6009 Transition To Practice

Registered Nurse Resident

Schedule

Schedule Full-time year-round Shift Rotating

Details

Company Vail Health Location Vail, CO Category New Grad/Nurse Extern Clinical No Close Date November 30, 2026

Pay

Hourly $37.90 – $37.90 USD

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the‑art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here .

Join a dynamic team that values your fresh perspective, tech‑savvy approach, and passion for making a difference. Work hard and play hard in a community that embraces adventure and innovation.

Your adventure starts here, where 10 unique departments await your skills and enthusiasm!

The Nurse Resident under the supervision of the program coordinator and unit manager/director and in collaboration with his/her educator and preceptors will be responsible for the provision of nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with current standards of care.

What you will do:

• Demonstrates accountability for and commitment to professional nursing practice through participation in the nurse residency program activities.
• Consistently meets the necessary performance expectations associated with the residency curriculum to ensure successful completion of the residency program.
• Engages with Transition to Practice Coordinator, department leadership, educators, preceptors, co-workers, and other nurse residents to ensure effective learning and professional growth that leads to a successful transition into independent practice.
• Demonstrates knowledge and application of the nursing process as it relates to patients and families.
• Collaborates with healthcare team members, patients and their families in the provision of care.
• Delegates to and provides direct supervision to other healthcare team members as appropriate in the implementation of the plan of care.
• Acts as an advocate for patients and their families.
• Practices within accepted ethical and legal parameters of nursing.
• Adheres to hospital and department compliance policies, and any and all applicable laws and regulations.
• 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.
• Performs 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:

License(s):

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Colorado or valid compact state required

Certification(s):

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

Education:

• Graduated with a Baccalaureate Degree or an Associate Degree from an accredited nursing program within a year prior to the time of application.

Benefits at Vail Health (Full Time) 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.