Registered Nurse (RN)

Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; La Jara (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with daily pay options

Employee referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Full benefits package

Supportive leadership

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in La Jara, CO, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver high-quality nursing care to residents. The position offers flexibility with full-time and part-time shifts, including night shifts.

Responsibilities include administering medications, managing care plans, and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will hold a valid RN license in Colorado and possess strong clinical skills with a commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care. Benefits include competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a current Registered Nurse license and be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Strong clinical skills with a focus on resident-centered care are essential.
• Dependability and compassion are vital traits for team members.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to residents.
• Administer medications and manage care plans.
• Coordinate resident care with the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor patient conditions and respond to changes.
• Promote restorative care and resident independence.
• Maintain documentation of care provided.
• Mentor LPNs and CNAs.
• Create a patient-centered environment.

Skills

Clinical skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited nursing program

Current Registered Nurse license in Colorado or compact state

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, La Jara, CO

Address: 39 Calle Miller, La Jara, CO 81140

Shifts Available: Full-Time, Part-Time, Night Shift

Benefits

• Competitive pay with daily pay options
• Employee referral bonuses
• Clear paths for career growth – internal promotion and leadership development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, PTO, and employer-sponsored life insurance
• Supportive leadership committed to professional development
• Tight‑knit, respectful team where your voice is valued

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality, compassionate nursing care to residents in a skilled nursing setting
• Administer medications, perform treatments, and manage care plans in accordance with clinical standards and scope of practice
• Oversee and coordinate resident care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Assess patient conditions, monitor vital signs, and respond to changes appropriately
• Promote restorative care, resident independence, and dignity
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided
• Mentor, support, and provide guidance to LPNs and CNAs
• Help create a positive, patient‑centered environment where residents feel cared for and respected

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in Colorado or a compact state
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Strong clinical skills and passion for resident‑centered care
• Team player who is dependable, compassionate, and committed to excellence
• Interest in long‑term growth within a supportive, forward‑thinking facility

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.