Adams 12 Five Star Schools
Hiring nurses in Thornton, CO
From 1 posting · Employer research Aug 4, 2026
The short version
The district is the employer; the day-to-day is school nursing rather than a hospital floor. In the same market you will also find other healthcare employers, including Ernest Health, Human Touch Home Health Care, and North Suburban Medical Center.
Employer research, Aug 4, 2026
The hard parts
No pay figures are available in the current facts
Employer research, Aug 4, 2026
No published detail on scheduling, float policy, residency, or tuition support in the current facts
Employer research, Aug 4, 2026
Union status is unknown in the current facts
Employer research, Aug 4, 2026
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
- Where would I work, and on which unit or team?
Living in Thornton, CO
Thornton sits just north of Denver, offering Colorado newcomers a family-friendly suburban base with easy access to the metro area's hospital networks. Residents enjoy sweeping Rocky Mountain views and a relaxed pace, making it a solid choice for nurses who want quieter living without losing big-city proximity.
Browse roles in Thornton- State price level · Colorado
- 3% above the national average
- State index 103.1 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,895/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $103,088/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Common questions
Does Adams 12 Five Star Schools hire new grads?
The one role asks for nursing experience, and none says it welcomes new grads.
How do I apply?
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