Seasonal Registered Nurse Patient Care Unit (PCU), Nights

Vail Health; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal housing

Season completion bonus

Health insurance

Wellness credit $300

403(b) retirement contribution eligibl

Job summary

Vail Health in Vail, Colorado is seeking a Seasonal Registered Nurse to join the Patient Care Unit (PCU) for night shifts. This fixed-term role runs October/November through April, offering 12-hour shifts and full benefits including housing support for seasonal staff.

You’ll work in a state‑of‑the‑art environment with an orthopedic focus, collaborate with a skilled care team, and enjoy a mountain lifestyle while advancing your nursing career.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in Colorado or a valid compact state.
• BLS certification required.
• Associate degree in Nursing (for positions hired after 07/01/2018).
• PCU or Med-Surg nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care on the PCU during night shifts.
• Collaborate with the care team and coordinate patient rounds.
• Document care and monitor patient status.
• Support seasonal housing and benefits package eligibility.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient-centered care

Nursing teamwork

Education

Associate Nursing Degree

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

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) | Night 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
• License(s): Registered Nurse license in Colorado or a valid compact state required
• 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.

Hourly Pay:: $37.90 USD - $60.45 USD