Charge Nurse, Patient Care Unit/Intensive Care Unit

Vail Health
Vail, CO 81657, USA

Intensive Care Unit

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Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

About the opportunity:

Provide direction and supervision to other staff caring for patients in the unit. Organize, coordinate, and facilitate patient care. Collaborate with providers, staff, and other members of the team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

What you will do:

Maintain daily operational aspects of the unit. Manage nurse/patient ratios to ensure safe, quality care and financial responsibility. Manage resources to minimize overtime. Serve as a resource in the provision of care, providing staff supervision and fostering professional growth. Serve as the unit expert and resource to staff and physicians. Utilize appropriate resources as necessary. Apprize Unit Director/Manager of any issues outside of normal practice standards. Act as role model for high level of nursing professionalism and application, while moving the patient efficiently through the care continuum. Function as a member/leader of the interdisciplinary care delivery team. Provide expert level of patient assessment to include biophysical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, environmental, self-care and discharge/transfer needs, care planning, and intervention while embracing Relationship-Based Care delivery model. Research and implement evidence-based care appropriate to the care setting. Practice according to Vail Health Nursing Professional Model of Care Participate in the interviewing, monitoring, coaching, precepting, evaluating, and disciplining processes. Coaches in private and commends in public. Work in a respectful and patient manner, recognizing that others may contribute to the team differently. Participate in quality improvement programs, utilizing LEAN methodology and Peaks of Excellence program. Manage patient, physician, and staff expectations by proactively communicating. Accurately assess education level of patient/family and provide appropriate education as needed. Provide education according to established policies and procedures. Act as a unit liaison, including being familiar with the budget process and staffing levels, regularly attending meetings, and supporting the functions of various teams. Role models the principals of Just Culture and Organizational Values. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

What you will need:

Experience:

Three years of clinical experience required.

License(s):

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Colorado or from a valid compact state required.

Certification(s):

Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred

Education:

Minimum of Associate Nursing Degree for positions hired after 07/01/2018.

Benefits at Vail Health (Full Time) Include:

Competitive Wages & Family Benefits: Competitive wages Parental leave (4 weeks paid) Housing programs Childcare reimbursement Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical Dental Vision Educational Programs: Tuition Assistance Existing Student Loan Repayment Specialty Certification Reimbursement Annual Supplemental Educational Funds Paid Time Off: Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year. Retirement & Supplemental Insurance: 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching Life insurance Short and long-term disability Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More: Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement Recreation discounts Pet insurance

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.

Hourly Pay:

$43.43 - $68.28 USD

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About Vail Health

About Vail Health

Vail Health is a dynamic mountain healthcare system that combines the world-class care
you’d see in a big city with a small-town approach. Our history of pioneerism inspires us to
roll up our sleeves in a collaborative and innovative spirit. We take pride in being an
independent healthcare system that has the flexibility to make decisions that directly
impact our communities.
Elevated standards are the cornerstone of our approach. As a pillar of our community, Vail
Health puts as much emphasis on mental health as we do on physical health. We
recognize the value of integrated teamwork to provide the same level of personalized care
we'd give an elite athlete, neighbor, or family member.
Joining Vail Health means becoming part of something greater than yourself. We support
your journey, providing curated benefits that foster your personal and professional growth.
Together, we make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees, patients, and local
communities.

Expanded Reach & Specialized Services
Vail Health has expanded its reach with care facilities in Avon, Edwards, Eagle, Gypsum,
and Basalt. Our main hospital in Vail offers a wide range of services, including emergency
care, surgery, childbirth, and imaging, all within a modern facility that reflects our
dedication to innovation and excellence.
The Shaw Cancer Center, a premier oncology facility in Edwards, provides comprehensive
cancer care—ranging from radiation and infusion to supportive therapies—set in a serene,
mountain environment.
In 2025, we also opened the Precourt Healing Center, a state-of-the-art Behavioral Health
facility offering both inpatient and outpatient services to meet the growing mental health
needs of our mountain communities with compassionate, integrated care.

Why Nurses Choose Vail Health
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options, generous paid time off, and the
opportunity to live in one of the most desirable mountain communities in the
country.
• Wellness-Focused Culture: A system-wide commitment to caregiver well-being,
including fitness benefits, mental health support, and a strong culture of gratitude
and recognition.
• Diverse Clinical Opportunities: From surgical services and emergency care to
oncology, behavioral health, family birth center and orthopedics, nurses can gain
experience across a wide range of specialties.
• Professional Growth: Access to continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and
clinical advancement programs that encourage lifelong learning and leadership
development.
• Partnerships with World-Class Providers: The Steadman Clinic and Vail-Summit
Orthopedics & Neurosurgery (VSON)—leaders in sports medicine, orthopedics, and
spinal care.

Vail Health Benefits

We’re proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of our team members. Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Retirement savings plan with employer match- 5% match immediately.
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
Employee wellness program ($1,000 for Full Time employees) and other mental health resources
Relocation and housing assistance for eligible roles

At Vail Health, you're not just taking on a job—you're joining a mission to elevate care in the communities we serve.

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