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Dec 29, 2025

Clinical Nursing Coordinator, PCU

General Nursing

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• Provides leadership for clinical content using evidence-based practice in policy and procedure development.
• Identifies Medical/Surgical, ICU, and Pediatrics performance and quality improvement opportunities. Participates in the collection of data and assists the Director in the development of plans for monitoring performance improvement.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of TJC, AACN, Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing/ Orthopedic Nursing, American Academy of Pediatrics, and requirements and assists in maintaining compliance with standards.
• Maintains own knowledge and competency by reviewing current literature and attending relevant education programs
• Assists Director in developing annual goals which enhance and support the basic goals of the organization, 2nd floor units, and individuals. Collaborates with Director on performance evaluations for team members.
• With the Director, develops, reviews, revises, and enforces standards of nursing care, guidelines, and policies; ensuring that they reflect current evidence based practices.
• Assists Director with hiring, staffing, and scheduling. Helps manage the training and payroll of team members.
• Directs day-to-day work of employees, through supervision of lead staff or directly. Often functions as manager on duty.
• Assists in the creation of and adherence to yearly budgets. Works in collaboration with Director, physicians, and staff to identify needed capital, needed equipment, and general budgetary needs.
• Uses verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills to promote harmonious interpersonal relationships with unit staff, other departments, physicians, allied professionals, visitors, patients, and community resources.
• Effectively participates and chairs committees as assigned, to effectively accomplish the goals and objectives of the committee and the organization. Reports back appropriate data from committees to Director.
• Fosters a collegial environment in which there is a sharing of expertise with other professionals, to include cross-functional evidence-based practice projects with unit leaders from other departments.
• Takes lead of hospital-wide clinical operations by serving as and performing duties of the nursing supervisor as needed.

5 years relevant clinical experience required Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Colorado or from a valid compact state required Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association, required Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), required Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), required Minimum of Associate Nursing Degree

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:

$46.99 - $67.13 USD

Vail Health
About Vail Health

        

 

About Vail Health

Vail Health is a dynamic mountain healthcare system that combines the world-class care
you’d see in a big city with a small-town approach. Our history of pioneerism inspires us to
roll up our sleeves in a collaborative and innovative spirit. We take pride in being an
independent healthcare system that has the flexibility to make decisions that directly
impact our communities.
Elevated standards are the cornerstone of our approach. As a pillar of our community, Vail
Health puts as much emphasis on mental health as we do on physical health. We
recognize the value of integrated teamwork to provide the same level of personalized care
we'd give an elite athlete, neighbor, or family member.
Joining Vail Health means becoming part of something greater than yourself. We support
your journey, providing curated benefits that foster your personal and professional growth.
Together, we make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees, patients, and local
communities.

Expanded Reach & Specialized Services
Vail Health has expanded its reach with care facilities in Avon, Edwards, Eagle, Gypsum,
and Basalt. Our main hospital in Vail offers a wide range of services, including emergency
care, surgery, childbirth, and imaging, all within a modern facility that reflects our
dedication to innovation and excellence.
The Shaw Cancer Center, a premier oncology facility in Edwards, provides comprehensive
cancer care—ranging from radiation and infusion to supportive therapies—set in a serene,
mountain environment.
In 2025, we also opened the Precourt Healing Center, a state-of-the-art Behavioral Health
facility offering both inpatient and outpatient services to meet the growing mental health
needs of our mountain communities with compassionate, integrated care.

 

Why Nurses Choose Vail Health
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options, generous paid time off, and the
opportunity to live in one of the most desirable mountain communities in the
country.
• Wellness-Focused Culture: A system-wide commitment to caregiver well-being,
including fitness benefits, mental health support, and a strong culture of gratitude
and recognition.
• Diverse Clinical Opportunities: From surgical services and emergency care to
oncology, behavioral health, family birth center and orthopedics, nurses can gain
experience across a wide range of specialties.
• Professional Growth: Access to continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and
clinical advancement programs that encourage lifelong learning and leadership
development.
• Partnerships with World-Class Providers: The Steadman Clinic and Vail-Summit
Orthopedics & Neurosurgery (VSON)—leaders in sports medicine, orthopedics, and
spinal care.

 

Vail Health Benefits

We’re proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of our team members. Benefits include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
  • Generous paid time off (PTO)
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match- 5% match immediately.
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
  • Employee wellness program ($1,000 for Full Time employees) and other mental health resources
  • Relocation and housing assistance for eligible roles

 

 

At Vail Health, you're not just taking on a job—you're joining a mission to elevate care in the communities we serve.

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