Seasonal Registered Nurse Patient Care Unit (PCU)

Vail Health Behavioral Health; Vail (CO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Season completion bonus

Health insurance

Wellness reimbursement credit

403(b) retirement plan eligibility

Job summary

Vail Health in Vail, CO is seeking a Seasonal Registered Nurse to staff the Patient Care Unit (PCU) on the day shift during the ski season. This full-time role features 12-hour shifts and a rotating schedule, with a focus on orthopedic care.

Seasonal staff receive housing assistance, a season completion bonus, health insurance, a wellness reimbursement credit, and 403(b) retirement contribution eligibility. ADN is required for hires after 07/01/2018; BLS is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Experience in PCU or Med-Surg nursing preferred.
• Education: Minimum Associate Nursing Degree for hires after 07/01/2018.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside nursing care in the PCU during the ski-season.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Manage 12-hour night shifts with rotating weekends and holidays.
• Support orthopedic-focused patient load and family-centered care.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

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6020 Patient Care Unit

Seasonal Registered Nurse Patient Care Unit (PCU)

Schedule

Schedule Ski-season full-time Shift Days

Details

Company Vail Health Location Vail, CO Category Nursing Clinical Yes Close Date October 26, 2026

Pay

Hourly $37.90 – $60.45 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 .

Seasonal Registered Nurse – Patient Care Unit (PCU) | Day Shift
Vail, Colorado | Full-Time | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts

In this seasonal position (October/November – April) you will have the opportunity to embrace the winter wonderland of Vail, Colorado with world-class skiing/snowboarding and the vibrant atmosphere of a top notch hospital with a strong orthopedic case load. Our seasonal staff are eligible for Vail Health supported housing, season completion bonus, health insurance, wellness reimbursement credit ($300) and 403(b) retirement contribution eligibility.

What You’ll Love:

• A peaceful, state-of-the-art PCU space with stunning mountain views
• In-room physical and occupational therapy to enhance patient outcomes
• Collaborative team rounding and bedside care
• Full-time night shift with rotating weekends and holidays

What We’re Looking For:

• A passion for compassionate, patient- and family-centered care
• Experience: PCU or Med-Surg nursing experience preferred
• Certification(s): Basic Life Support (BLS) required
• Education: Minimum of an Associate Nursing Degree (for positions hired after 07/01/2018)

Why Vail?

Live where others vacation! From world-class skiing and biking to fresh air and scenic trails, Vail offers an unparalleled mountain lifestyle—along with a supportive work environment and growth opportunities for your nursing career.

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Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.