Registered Nurse (RN) - Same Day Surgery and PACU - Full time TEMPORARY

• We are currently hiring for a full time Registered Nurse (RN) within the Same Day Surgery And Pacu department here at Aspen Valley Health.
• This is a short-term TEMPORARY position with an anticipated start date of July 12, 2026 and an expected end date of November 29, 2026.
• Work Shift: Days - 12 Hour Compensation Range: $51.04 - $81.67 Night and weekend shift differentials up to $10 per hour!
• The compensation range listed is an estimate.
• Final compensation will be determined based on your qualifications including years of experience performing similar work, level of formal education in a relevant field of study, and any professional certifications related to the position.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements Associate degree in Nursing (ADN) Unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Colorado, or ability to obtain prior to start date Basic Life Support (BLS). May be obtained upon hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) 2+ years of relevant nursing experience required—PACU, ICU, ED, step-down, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's (BSN) or Master's (MSN) in Nursing preferred. Experience with EPIC preferred. Bilingual in Spanish preferred. We will consider equivalent combinations of experience and education for certain jobs. If you don't meet the job requirements as listed, but you believe you possess equivalent experience or education, you are encouraged to apply. Position Overview: The Recovery Room RN / Same Day Surgery RN (PACU & SDS RN) provides professional nursing care in accordance with accepted standards of practice and AVH policy. Utilizes the Nursing Process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care. The PACU RN works in support of the medical staff treatment plan and makes recommendations for changes to medical treatment plan as appropriate. The PACU RN educates patients and family around the plan of care and disease management. The PACU RN actively supports the nursing philosophy by striving for excellence in patient care, professional development, interpersonal relations, time management, and continuous quality improvement. This Position Offers: Highly competitive pay, being part of a very cohesive & supportive team, and four of North America's top ski resorts at your doorstep. As a temporary employee, you are eligible for medical insurance within your first 30 days. You will also be eligible to purchase discounted bus passes for transportation to and from work, discounted ski pass options, 457B, and a number of AVH hosted programs. Environment and Culture: Aspen Valley Health is a twenty-five-bed community hospital that represents the best of two worlds — the warmth and friendliness of a small town and the technical expertise of a major medical center. "I love the people, the sense of family and community on this team and in a broader sense across the hospital as a whole. I have worked for a HUGE corporation, and this is so much better!! It’s like CHEERS, where everybody knows your name." - Stacy "I love the flexibility that this job gives me, and the people I get to connect with and learn from. The job is challenging and ever-changing, which helps keep my brain sharp! AVH has been a great company to work for over the last 8 years, and it shows in how employees are valued and cared for." - Melissa “The team members are incredibly dedicated to the delivery of care for our patients, to helping our staff feel valued and supported, and to the fiscal health of the hospital. They also genuinely care about each other, are able to laugh at themselves, and tease each other because there is a basis of trust and mutual support. I have laughed so hard at meetings that I have actually cried.” - Diana It's no surprise that our retention rate is BETTER than 90% of all other hospitals in the country! This application will close once a qualified candidate is successfully hired. If you're a current AVH employee and want to apply for a position, you must sign in to your employee Workday account, navigate to the Menu > Jobs Hub, and apply directly through there. Internal employees cannot apply via the external career site. At Aspen Valley Health (AVH), you’ll join a team committed to making a meaningful difference—every day. As one of the top 100 critical access hospitals, we offer more than just a job: we offer the chance to grow your career while serving your community. Our mission and core values foster nationally recognized patient care and exceptional career opportunities. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a strong culture of support, AVH is where purpose and opportunity meet.