Registered Nurse PreOp/PACU - Seasonal
- Temporary
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- RN license
How this pay compares
This posting states $37.90–$60.45 an hour. Open PACU nurse jobs in Colorado post a median of $47.76 an hour, the middle half $44–$51.35, across 34 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. PACU nurses employed in Colorado earn a median of $48.20 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
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 .
Ready for a season you'll never forget?
Join Vail Health as a Seasonal PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse with our Basalt location 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, make a meaningful impact, and enjoy the Vail lifestyle, 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.
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.
What you will need:
Experience
- One-year clinical experience required.
License(s) and Certification(s)
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Colorado or from a valid compact state required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required.
Education
- Minimum of Associate Nursing Degree for positions hired after 07/01/2018.
Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.
Hourly Pay:
$37.90 - $60.45 USD
From Vail Health's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Vail Health
Nonprofit community health care system with a 56 (source: Vail Health, About: Vail Health Community Health Care System)-bed hospital in Vail and clinics, urgent care and other locations across Eagle and Summit counties in Colorado. Source: Vail Health, About: Vail Health Community Health Care System
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