Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Rio Grande Hospital
Del Norte, Colorado
- Eligibility
- Sign-on bonus
Posted Mar 18 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- 12-hour evenings3 shifts · 36 hours a week
- Unit and setting
- Med-Surg · Hospital
- License
- RN licenseCurrent RN license in Colorado.
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed
- License
- Current RN license in Colorado. Check your license
- Certification
- BLS and ACLS certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).After hire
- Certification
- Hourly Rate: $32.00 – $45.00 (dependent on experience and certifications).
- Also asks
- Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Also asks
- Compensation & Benefits
- Also asks
- Shift Differentials:
Preferred
- Experience
- Minimum 1 year of Med-Surg experience preferred; new graduates welcome to apply.
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates. See program calendars.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- Below most Colorado staff postingsColorado staff postings that state pay run $32/hr to $52/hr, the middle half $39/hr to $48/hr, across 1,229 postings.
- Shift differential
- +$3/hr
- Sign-on bonus
- $5,000
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- 403(b) matching
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
The role and schedule
- Weekends
- Weekends required
The workplaceFrom Medicare Care Compare, Sep 2026.
- Hospital
- RIO Grande Hospital
- Address
- 310 COUNTY RD 14, DEL NORTE, CO, 81132
- CMS rating
- 4 of 5 stars
- Beds
- 17
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range, differentials, and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
- What should I expect for holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.
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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.
What's around it?
Del Norte, CO
Living costs about 3% above the US average