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.
Are you passionate about making a difference in individuals' lives? Do you want to be part of an innovative team dedicated to providing exceptional care? If so, we invite you to join our team at the Precourt Healing Center, our new state-of-the-art behavioral health inpatient center set to open soon. We believe in treating the whole person addressing their physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
About Us
Striving to be the model of integrated and exceptional behavioral health treatment, research, education, and innovation by sustainably implementing an accessible and effective Behavioral Healthcare model that delivers, supports, and promotes a full continuum of care across our Mountain Communities.
Why Join Us?
Innovative Care Model: Join a cutting-edge approach to behavioral health that integrates the latest research and therapies.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals who share your commitment to excellence and compassion.
Professional Growth: We are committed to your development with ongoing training, education, and career advancement opportunities.
State-of-the-Art Facility: Utilize the best tools and resources in a newly designed, modern healthcare setting.
Meaningful Impact: Make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families, contributing to their journey towards recovery and wellness.
About the opportunity:
The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive mental health care to patients in need of psychiatric and mental health support. The RN collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans. This role requires strong clinical skills, compassion, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
What you will need:
Experience:
Minimum of one year of nursing experience preferred.
Experience with crisis intervention and management of acute psychiatric conditions is highly desirable.
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.
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.
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
Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.
Hourly Pay:
$36-$59.33 USD
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Vail Health, formerly Vail Valley Medical Center, is a nonprofit community health care system serving patients and guests from around the world. Locally operated and governed by a volunteer board of directors, Vail Health includes a 56-bed hospital, accredited by the Joint Commission. Our 24/7 emergency department in Vail is a Level III Trauma Center with a nearby helipad for necessary medical transports.
Vail Health provides a wide array of services and access points including Beaver Creek Medical Center, urgent care clinics in Avon and Gypsum, our Edwards medical campus, Eagle Healthcare Center and a multispecialty clinic in Frisco. Howard Head Sports Medicine offers physical therapy services at 10 locations and works closely with our internationally renowned orthopaedic partners at The Steadman Clinic and Vail-Summit Orthopaedics. In addition, Vail Health's Shaw Cancer Center and Sonnenalp Breast Center are the region's only fully accredited cancer treatment center and comprehensive breast center.
The Vail Clinic, which was founded in 1965, officially became "Vail Valley Medical Center" in 1980, its first year as a full-service hospital. At that time, we had one primary location and 25 physicians. Today, Vail Health has locations in nine towns, 1,500 employees, 260 physician partners and 85 volunteers.