Vail Health Hospital
Community hospital in Vail, CO
- $46k–$144k/yr posted pay across 6 roles
- 56 beds
- Hiring days and nights
- Nurse residency
From 6 postings, the employer’s site and nurse reviews · Employer research Jul 28, 2026Sources
The short version
A 56-bed nonprofit hospital at the base of Vail Mountain, 180 S Frontage Rd W, where patient rooms face the slopes and the building has grown to about 520,000 square feet.
Employer research, Jul 28, 2026
You enter through a 12-month Transition to Practice program that is ANCC PTAP accredited through January 31, 2029, with seasoned nurses mentoring you on the floor.
For new gradsSources
As of 2026-05-02 · 2026Source 1: nurseresidencyprograms.comSource 2: vailhealthfoundation.orgSource 3: startup.jobsRelocation support and a housing program are on the table for some RN roles, including Level II Nursery / Family Birth Center, which matters when you are moving into a mountain town.
If you are moving hereSources
As of 2026Source: remotescout24.comPosted RN ranges for ED seasonal and Labor and Delivery sit at $37.90–$60.45 an hour, with night differential on ED seasonal and Family Birth Center 7pm–7am shifts.
For experienced nursesSources
As of 2026-07-09 · 2026Source: remotescout24.com
Who it fits
Best fit
- New grads: Nurse residency: Vail Health Transition To Practice Program · ANCC PTAP accredited until January 31, 2029
Nursing here
- Nurse residency
Vail Health Transition To Practice Program · ANCC PTAP accredited until January 31, 2029
Vail Health Hospital · employer research
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- Preceptors and orientation
Transition to Practice educates, trains and mentors new nurses; new grads work alongside seasoned professionals
Vail Health Hospital · employer research
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- Tuition support
Tuition reimbursement listed among RN Resident benefits
Vail Health Hospital · employer research
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As of 2026- Loan assistance
Loan repayment program listed among RN Resident benefits
Vail Health Hospital · employer research
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As of 2026
Benefits
403(b) matching, pet insurance, housing program, tuition reimbursement and loan repayment (RN Resident), $1,000 wellness credit, night differential, relocation and sign-on on select roles, seasonal completion bonus and supported housing, onsite gym and Zen Den.
Published pay and benefits
- Hourly pay
$37.90–$60.45/hr
RN Emergency Department Seasonal hourly pay range
As of 2026-07-09
- Hourly pay
$37.90/hr
Registered Nurse Resident starting hourly
As of 2026
Sources
- Hourly pay
$37.90-$60.45/hr
Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery hourly range
As of 2026
- Shift pay
Night shift differential paid for ED seasonal nights and Family Birth Center nights (7pm-7am)
As of 2026
Sources
- Sign-on bonus
$10,000 sign-on bonus for Registered Nurse Level II Nursery / Family Birth Center
As of 2026
Sources
- Relocation
Relocation available for Registered Nurse Level II Nursery / Family Birth Center roles
As of 2026
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- Benefits
Seasonal staff eligible for season completion bonus and Vail Health supported housing
As of 2026-07-09
- Benefits
$1000 wellness credit for employees (ski pass, gym, sporting equipment, massages, etc.)
As of 2026
Sources
- Benefits
Housing program / paid housing / housing support available for some RN roles
As of 2026
What nurses say
Themes from public reviews
Summaries of published reviews, with the original sources.
- Work-life balance and coworkers
- Employee praises shift work for mental health, coworkers, and work-life balance at Vail Health.
Sources
As of 2026-01-20Source: glassdoor.com- Cost of living / housing affordability
- Vail is expensive; even with good pay, hard for a single person to live in the valley; resources limited in mountains.
Sources
As of 2026-01-20Source: glassdoor.com- Overall ratings
- Glassdoor snapshot shows 3.8/5 from 111 ratings; 66% would recommend; 66% approve of CEO.
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As of 2026Source: glassdoor.com
More review themes
- Staffing and nurse communication
- Directory notes exceptional nurse communication, strong staffing ratios, and emergency readiness focus.
Sources
As of 2026Source: allnurses.com
The hard parts
Vail is expensive—even with solid pay, it is hard for a single person to live in the valley, and mountain resources stay limited.
Sources
As of 2026-01-20Source: glassdoor.com
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 Vail, CO
Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Vail is a world-renowned alpine resort town centered around Vail Village and Lionshead, with Gore Creek winding through its pedestrian-friendly core. Year-round outdoor recreation—from skiing Vail Mountain to summer hiking trails—defines daily life in this small, scenic mountain community.
Browse roles in Vail- State price level · Colorado
- 3% above the national average
- State index 103.1 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,606/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $98,893/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Common questions
Does Vail Health Hospital hire new grads?
1 of 6 roles asks for nursing experience, and none says it welcomes new grads. Its nurse residency: Vail Health Transition To Practice Program · ANCC PTAP accredited until January 31, 2029.
Which shifts are open?
Of the 2 roles with a stated shift, 1 is a day shift and 1 is a night shift.
Which units are hiring?
Oncology (2), PACU (1), patient case managers & advocates (1), preOp/PACU (1) and more.
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Vail Health Hospital, and we tell you what happens next.
Current openings at Vail Health Hospital
- RN
- Full-Time | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts
- Local contract
- RN
- Day shift
- Per diem
Case Manager - Discharge Planning
$96,000–$132,000/year
- RN
- Compact license OK
- ADN accepted
Sources
- allnurses.com/hospitals/colorado/vail/vail-health-hospital-r735
What nurses say · as of 2026
- glassdoor.com/Reviews/Employee-Review-Vail-Health-E336055-RVW102380312.htm
What nurses say, The hard parts · as of 2026-01-20
- glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Vail-Health-EI_IE336055.11,22.htm
What nurses say · as of 2026
- nurseresidencyprograms.com/programs/vail-health-transition-to-practice-program-at-vail-health-hospital.html
The short version, Nursing here · as of 2026-05-02 · 2026
- remotescout24.com/en/job/8520283-0174d59e-7711-4be5-91fa-6b97a6aea4ba
The short version, Nursing here · as of 2026
- startup.jobs/registered-nurse-resident-vail-health-hospital-7681739
The short version, Nursing here · as of 2026-05-02 · 2026
- vailhealth.org
Employer website
- vailhealthfoundation.org/news/funding_opportunity/nurse-residency-program
The short version, Nursing here · as of 2026-05-02 · 2026
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