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Oct 12, 2026

Nursing House Supervisor

General Nursing

Job Description

https://www.vailhealth.org/careers/jobs/6218867004/
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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.

About the opportunity:

This position works collaboratively with the patient care leadership team, hospital medical providers, unit leaders and staff, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure hospital operations run according to policy and regulations and align with Vail Health’s mission, vision, and values. Responsibilities include being a resource for staff; monitoring for and driving compliance to standards; managing hospital resources in a manner that maintains stewardship and safety; participating and providing leadership in emergent situations; escalating issues as needed to department or executive leadership; ensuring safe, compliant, and coordinated transfer of all patients in or out of the facility; completing necessary follow-up and documentation for all hospital deaths; facilitating the right care at the right time in the right location through timely throughput; and promoting customer service and patient satisfaction. The ability to effectively communicate, collaborate with team members, and maintain professionalism are key qualities for success in this role.

What you will do:
  1. Manages resources in a manner that promotes patient safety, staff well-being, and fiscal responsibility.Ensures appropriate staffing levels, avoiding overtime and promoting staff breaks in accordance with labor laws.Ensures availability of necessary supplies, limiting waste.
  2. Facilitates timely patient throughput via collaboration with interdepartmental teams, promoting the right care in the right location at the right time.
  3. Coordinates transfers to and from outside facilities, ensuring adequate hand-off, coordination of care, and compliance with EMTALA regulations.
  4. Collaborates with hospital quality department and department leadership to facilitate, educate, and monitor for compliance with regulatory standards, hospital policy, documentation requirements, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
  5. Responds to hospital emergencies and ensures appropriate documentation of event including debrief summary.
  6. Provides follow-up and completion of all tasks and documentation related to hospital deaths, including coordination with county coroner, Donor Alliance, and mortuary services.
  7. Answers call lights and provides clinical assistance as needed; meets with patients or family members upon request or via rounding to ensure patient satisfaction with care; provides service recovery as needed through collaboration with Patient Advocate.
  8. Follows chain-of-command and escalates issues to department or executive leadership as appropriate.
  9. Role models the principals of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
  10. Performs 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:
  • Five years acute care clinical experience required. Two years leadership experience preferred.
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) certification 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.
Education:
  • Associate Degree in Nursing required. Bachelor of Master of Science Degree in nursing preferred.

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.

Hourly Pay:
$47.79—$76.21 USD

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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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