RN Nights

Craig Hospital; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Craig Hospital in Englewood, CO is seeking a Registered Nurse in a 12-hour night shift (6:30 PM–7:00 AM) for full-time coverage in our neuro-rehabilitation units focused on SCI and TBI. This role involves complex wound care, autonomic regulation, and neurogenic bowel/bladder management in a high-acuity setting.

The RN will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop care plans, educate patients and families, and ensure safe medication administration and documentation.

Qualifications

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• ACLS and relevant specialty certification (CNRN or CRRN) preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred within 18 months of hire.
• 1+ year RN experience preferred; neuroscience/acute med-surg/rehab strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care aligned with Craig's standards and the ANA Code of Ethics.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on care plans, goals, and long-term self-management techniques.
• Coordinate care across disciplines to ensure smooth transitions and continuity.
• Safely administer medications and monitor for efficacy and adverse effects.
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely.
• Apply infection prevention and patient safety principles in every interaction.
• Supervise and delegate to unlicensed staff and students as appropriate.
• Support orientation of new staff and participate in precepting when assigned.
• Participate in Shared Governance, quality improvement initiatives, and professional development.

Skills

Assessment skills

Team collaboration

Infection control

Time management

EMR proficiency

Education

BSN within 18 months

Accredited nursing program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Full Time , 12-Hour Nights , 1830-0700 (6:30 PM- 7 AM MST)

Registered Nurse (RN) - Spinal Cord Injury and Brain InjuryPatients

Location: 3425 S Clarkson St, Englewood, CO 80113

Shift: Nights;1830-0700(6:30 pm- 7:00 amMST); Full-time opportunity for3 days/week, 12-hour shifts(.9 FTE, 72 hours per pay period)

Compensation: $36.93/ hour - $53.18/hour; plusapplicable shift differentials for evenings and weekends

Application Deadline: There is no formal application deadline; weaccept applications on an ongoing basis until the positions are filled.

POSITION SUMMARY

Join our specialized neuro-rehabilitation units (SCI and TBI)where you will make a profound impact on the lives of patients recovering from complex spinal cord and brain injuries. As a vital member of our team, you will care for patients with paraplegia, tetraplegia, traumatic brain injuries, and other complex neurological conditions in an environment dedicated to restoring hope and independence.

Advanced Spinal Cord Injury Care (SCI)

• Primary Population: Focus heavily on traumatic spinal cord injuries, including paraplegia and tetraplegia.
• Diverse Diagnoses: Manage a small census of spinal cord disorders like Guillain-Barré syndrome, West Nile virus, and transverse myelitis.
• High-Acuity Skills: Gain expert experience in complex wound care, autonomic regulation, neurogenic bowel and bladder management, and advanced respiratory care (ventilators and tracheostomies).

Tramatic Brain Injury Care (TBI)

• Primary Population: This includes patients with traumatic injury such as closed (blunt force or acceleration-deceleration) injuries and penetrating injuries (such as bullets), as well as individuals who have experienced stroke or lack of oxygen to the brain (anoxic injury).

WHAT WE ARELOOKING FOR

Licensure & Certification

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA); required
• ACLS and relevant specialty certification (CNRN or CRRN); preferred

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; required
• BSN required within 18 months of hire (CCNE or NLNAC-accredited program); preferred

Experience

• 1+ year of RN experience preferred
• Experience in neuroscience, acute med-surg, or rehabilitation; strongly desired

Skills & Strengths

• Excellent assessment and critical thinking skills
• Effective communicator and team collaborator
• Knowledge of infection control, patient safety, and trauma-informed care
• Organized, self-motivated, and skilled in time management
• Comfortable using EMRs and basic computer systems

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care aligned with Craig's standards and the ANA Code of Ethics
• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Educate patients and families on care plans, goals, and long-term self-management techniques
• Coordinate care with team members across disciplines, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity
• Safely administer medications and monitor for efficacy and adverse effects
• Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner
• Apply principles of infection prevention and patient safety to every interaction
• Supervise and delegate to unlicensed staff and students as appropriate
• Support orientation of new staff and participate in precepting when assigned
• Actively participate in Shared Governance, quality improvement initiatives, and professional development activities
• Contribute to a supportive, respectful, and team-oriented unit culture

BENEFITS (Benefit Eligible Positions)

At Craig Hospital, we offer a wide range of outstanding benefits that allow our employees to tailor a benefits package that meets their individual needs. Planning a family or looking forward to retirement, we have options. Our medical insurance is a self-funded plan administered by Allegiance Benefit Plans with a CIGNA network of providersoffering two different comprehensive plans. We offer dental insurance through Delta Dental, and vision insurance through EyeMed . Craig offers Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts . Craig also provides, and pays for both Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance plans for every benefit-eligible employee. We offer generous time-off benefits to allow you to enjoy your time away from work too! Additionally, we have a 403b Retirement Plan with a generous matching contribution through Empower Retirement that you are eligible for upon hire. Want to go back to school? We have Tuition Assistance. Unexpected emergency? We have Employee Assistance Programs and an Employee Emergency Assistance Fund . At Craig, we believe in offering best-in-class benefits and prioritize benefits to support you.

Nationally recognized for our excellence in spinal cord and brain injury rehabilitation, Craig Hospital is more than a care facility- it's a tight-knit community of healthcare professionals committed to transforming lives. Our nurses play a critical role in that transformation, combining technical skill with human compassion in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.

Why Build Your Career With Us?

• Unmatched Clinical Growth: Master advanced neurological and respiratory interventions.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with specialized therapists to restore patient independence.
• Diverse Pathways: Choose the unit environment that best fits your career goals.