The posting, in Vail Health Hospital's own words
archived Oct 13, 2026Vail 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 . Ready for a season you'll never forget? Join Vail Health as a Seasonal PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse with our Dillon Surgery Center and play a critical role in delivering exceptional patient care before and after surgical procedures. Work alongside a highly skilled perioperative team in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment while enjoying life in one of Colorado’s most sought-after mountain communities. This is an incredible opportunity to expand your experience and make a meaningful impact, all while earning an end-of-season bonus upon successful completion of the season and eligibility requirements. Our seasonal staff are eligible for Vail Health supported housing, season completion bonus, health insurance, wellness reimbursement credit, and 403(b) retirement contribution eligibility. Whether you're seeking professional growth, adventure, or both, this seasonal opportunity offers the best of all worlds.
About the opportunity:
This position assumes responsibility and accountability for providing nursing care for patients and their families. Assure expert, compassionate, individualized nursing care for patients and families is expected. They collaborate with providers, staff and other members of the team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
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What you will do:
Oversees the daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety and satisfaction. Demonstrates ability to triage incoming patient requests for services. Delivers patient education to facilitate plan of care, employer informed healthcare choices, and promote optimal wellness. Demonstrates ability to delegate care appropriately and according to Colorado statue. Demonstrates competent healthcare assessment skills, prioritizing skills and critical thinking skills. Demonstrates ability to handle high telephone volume of patient requests for medications, information and assistance. Administers medications, performs treatments, and assists in procedures as needed; consistently adhering to patient safety guidelines. Coordinates patient care with other physician practices, Vail Health and others as needed to achieve the highest possible level of patient care and satisfaction. Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Delivers 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 principals of a Just Culture and Organizational Values. 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.
Experience:
One-year clinical 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. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required.
Computer / Typing:
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.