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Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

Community hospital in Salida, CO

  • 25 beds
  • Hiring days
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Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center workplace

From 4 postings and the employer’s site · Employer research Jul 1, 2026Sources

The short version

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (HRRMC) is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital located in Salida, Colorado, serving the Upper Arkansas Valley and nearly 20,000 people throughout the Salida Hospital District.

Employer research, Jul 1, 2026

Nursing here

Benefits

HRRMC is identified as an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The hard parts

  • Small 25-bed facility may limit specialty department options and career advancement pathways for nurses

    Employer research, Jul 1, 2026

  • Rural location in central Colorado may pose challenges for those seeking urban amenities or proximity to larger metropolitan areas

    Employer research, Jul 1, 2026

  • Serving a relatively small population base of approximately 20,000 may mean fewer resources compared to larger regional medical centers

    Employer research, Jul 1, 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 is the usual patient load, and how often do nurses float?

Living in Salida, CO

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Tucked along the Arkansas River in central Colorado, Salida is a laid-back mountain town known for its historic downtown, hot springs, and easy access to 14ers. With a vibrant arts scene and year-round outdoor recreation, it offers a quieter, outdoorsy pace ideal for nurses who want small-town living and big-mountain adventure.

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State price level · Colorado
3% above the national average
State index 103.1 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,292/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$70,045/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

Common questions

Which units are hiring?

Clinics (1) and same day surgery (1).

How do I apply?

Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center, and we tell you what happens next.

Current openings at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

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Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

Buena Vista, CO

  • RN
  • specialty clinic
  • Compact license OK
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center logo

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

Salida, CO

  • RN
  • Day shift
  • ADN accepted
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center logo

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

Salida, CO

  • RN
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center logo

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

Salida, CO

  • RN
  • ADN accepted

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