Registered Nurse Emergency Department

vailclinicincdbavailhealthhospital

Vail, Colorado, United States · Vail · United States

Posted Apr 9, 2026

Full-time
6231 Emergency Department

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.

Award-Winning Emergency Nursing in the Heart of the Rockies

Join Vail Health's nationally recognized Emergency Department, a recipient of the 2023 and 2026 Emergency Nursing Lantern Award for excellence in leadership, practice, education, and advocacy. Our team has also earned the Press Ganey Guardians of Excellence Award for six consecutive years, is a Pinnacle of Excellence Award Winner and is part of an ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospital.

As the only hospital in Eagle County and a Level III Trauma Center located at the base of Vail Mountain, we care for a diverse patient population that includes local residents and visitors from around the world. Our 19-bed Emergency Department offers a unique opportunity to expand your skills while working alongside an exceptional team.

If you're looking for a rewarding nursing career, outstanding benefits, and the chance to live and work in one of Colorado's most beautiful mountain communities, we'd love to connect with you.

Relocation and housing support are available.

This is a full time night shift position with night differential paid.

Night Shift Support That Makes a Difference

We know working nights comes with unique challenges, which is why we provide additional support for our night shift team. Enjoy reliable access to rest breaks, along with the Night Shifter app, offering resources designed to support sleep health, wellness, and success on a night shift schedule. We're committed to helping our caregivers thrive both at work and beyond.

About the opportunity:

This position assumes responsibility and accountability for providing nursing care for patients and their families. Provide expert, compassionate, individualized nursing care for patients and families. Collaborate with providers, staff and other members of the team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

What you will do:

Oversee the daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety and satisfaction using healthcare assessment skills, prioritizing skills and critical thinking skills.
Triage incoming patient requests for services.
Deliver patient education to facilitate plan of care, employer-informed healthcare choices, and promote optimal wellness.
Delegate care appropriately and according to Colorado statutes.
Administer medications, perform treatments, and assist in procedures as needed, while consistently adhering to patient safety guidelines.
Coordinate patient care to achieve the highest possible level of patient care and satisfaction.
As needed, handle high telephone volume of patient requests for medications, information, and assistance.
Work independently, as needed, with minimal supervision.
Deliver 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
Perform 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:

Experience:

One-year of critical care or emergency experience required.

License(s):

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Colorado or from a valid compact state required.

Certification(s):

Basic Life Support (BLS) required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required
Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) required
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) ~OR~ Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) required.

Education:

Minimum of Associate Nursing Degree for positions hired after 07/01/2018.

Benefits at Vail Health (Full Time) Include:

Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:

Competitive wages
Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
Housing programs
Childcare reimbursement

Comprehensive Health Benefits:

Medical
Dental
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

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Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.

Hourly Pay:

$37.90—$60.45 USD