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REGISTERED NURSE (RN), Inpatient and/or Outpatient
Southwest Health System
Cortez, Colorado
Health system employer
$31.38–$53.56/hr
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Posted Aug 4, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 5, 2026
What the posting states
- Base pay
- $31.38 - $53.56
About this role
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Join Our Nursing Team at Southwest Health System!
Compassionate Care. Supportive Team. Meaningful Career.
Find the right fit for your nursing career. We offer a variety of rewarding nursing opportunities throughout our organization. During the interview process, we'll discuss your experience, interests, and our current staffing needs to determine the best placement for you. Opportunities may include:
Medical/Surgical
Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Family Birthing Center (FBC)
Emergency Department (ED)
Surgical Services
Incentives
Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus available for Registered Nurses with 2 or more years of RN experience.
Up to $60,000 in Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Assistance available for all newly hired Registered Nurses to support your education and career growth.
Why Choose Southwest Health System?
At Southwest Health System, we know our nurses are at the heart of exceptional patient care. We are committed to supporting your personal and professional success by offering a competitive compensation package, outstanding benefits, and opportunities for continued growth.
Benefits Include
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
403(b) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program
Continuing Education and Professional Development Opportunities
Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Repayment
Supportive Leadership and Opportunities for Career Advancement
Join our team as a Registered Nurse and make a meaningful impact by providing compassionate, high quality patient care in a safe, collaborative, and patient centered environment. The RN is responsible for delivering efficient, evidence based nursing care while promoting positive patient outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.
The Registered Nurse assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates individualized care for patients across the lifespan. Using strong clinical judgment, the RN recognizes changes in patient condition, identifies potential complications, and responds appropriately to meet each patient's unique needs. This role requires a thorough understanding of disease processes, nursing best practices, and the principles of growth and development to ensure age-appropriate care.
The RN collaborates with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families to coordinate care, educate patients, and support informed decision making. The ideal candidate is clinically competent, compassionate, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and quality.
This position also utilizes electronic health records and other healthcare technologies to support clinical decision making, provide evidence-based care at the point of service, and improve patient outcomes while following all organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Licensure & Certifications
Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 6 months of hire (12 months for new graduate RNs).
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within 6 months of hire (12 months for new graduate RNs).
Family Birthing Center (FBC): Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required in place of PALS.
Successful completion of an EKG course within 4 months of hire (Medical/Surgical nurses only).
Department-Specific Requirements
Emergency Department (ED)
One year of Emergency Department or inpatient nursing experience preferred.
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) required within 12 months of hire.
Family Birthing Center (FBC)
Successful completion of a Basic Fetal Monitoring course within 4 months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Language Skills
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Bilingual or multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Skills
Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to learn electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent critical thinking, clinical judgment, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.
This position accepts applications on an ongoing basis.
As a condition of employment by Southwest Health System (SHS), you will be required to authorize SHS to conduct a background check prior to your commencing work at SHS, which includes a criminal investigation and verification of citizenship/immigration status, employment history, and education. If you are selected for this position, prior to appointment, you will also be subject to a drug testing for illegal drug use. SHS positions are subject to a Post Offer-Pre Work Screen. This physical exam will determine the capability of the applicant to perform the essential functions. In consideration for the offer of employment set forth, you hereby waive any and all claims that you may have against SHS for invasion of your privacy in respect of the physical exam, drug testing and background checks referenced above.
Requirements
- Emergency Department (ED)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
- Continuing Education and Professional Development Opportunities
- Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Repayment
About the employer
Southwest Health System
Health system employer
You are looking at Southwest Health System in Cortez, Colorado. What is firm right now is the place: a health system job in a smaller southwestern Colorado city, in a compact-license state with a flat income tax near 4.4%. That…
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- Based in Cortez, Colorado
- Colorado is a nursing compact-license state
- Colorado has a flat state income tax near 4.4%
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