Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Rio Grande Hospital
Del Norte, CO
RN
Sign-on bonusPosted Mar 18 · New grads welcomed
- Shift
- 12-hour evenings
- Hours a week
- 36
- Unit
- Med-Surg
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 12-hour evenings · 3 a week · 36 hours
- Weekends
- Weekends required
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- New graduates
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- Below most CO staff postings
- Shift differential
- +$3/hr
- Sign-on bonus
- $5,000
CO staff postings that state pay run $34/hr to $54/hr, the middle half $39/hr to $48/hr, across 529 postings.
About this role
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN): (Full-time in Del Norte) 3 x
- 12 hour shifts: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical-Surgical RN to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with diverse medical and surgical needs, ensuring safety, comfort, and optimal recovery.
Key Responsibilities Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in accordance with hospital policies and evidence-based practices. Administer medications and treatments accurately and timely. Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and families to coordinate care.
Monitor patient progress and respond promptly to changes in condition. Educate patients and families on health management and discharge planning. Qualifications Current RN license in Colorado.
BLS and ACLS certification (or ability to obtain upon hire). Minimum 1 year of Med-Surg experience preferred; new graduates welcome to apply. Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.
Compensation & Benefits
Hourly Rate: $32.00 – $45.00 (dependent on experience and certifications).
- Shift Differentials:
$3.00/hour for weekday evenings/nights. $4.00/hour for weekend evenings/nights.
Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 for a 2-year commitment.
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, and paid time off.
Apply online or more information contact: Khrystynn Cano with questions at khrystynnc@riograndehospital.net or call 719-657-4090.
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Requirements
- Current RN license in Colorado.
- BLS and ACLS certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Minimum 1 year of Med-Surg experience preferred; new graduates welcome to apply.
- Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $32.00 – $45.00 (dependent on experience and certifications).
- Shift Differentials:
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- 403(b) matching
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
Place
- City
- Del Norte, CO
- State price level
- 3% above the national average
- CMS overall rating
- 4 of 5 stars (Care Compare, Sep 2026)
- Beds
- 17
Colorado index 103.1, where 100 is the national average.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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