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Clinical RN I & II Emergency Department

Confidential Client•Healthcare
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$68,640 - $106,080
Gunnison, Colorado
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The Clinical RN I & II in the Emergency Department at Confidential Client provides compassionate, high-quality patient care including monitoring vital signs, assisting with medical procedures, and offering emotional support. This role involves thorough patient assessments, documentation, and coordination of care within a collaborative team environment, contributing to community health in a scenic Colorado mountain setting.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Healthcare & Nursing.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

Share your clinical skills in the Emergency Department to deliver safe, compassionate, patient-centered care. As a Clinical RN I or II you will:

  • Triage and assess patients, monitor vital signs and recognize changes in condition
  • Administer medications and assist with emergency and routine procedures within scope of practice
  • Document assessments, interventions and patient responses thoroughly and promptly
  • Coordinate care with providers, ancillary teams and community resources to meet patient needs
  • Prioritize and manage multiple patients across the shift; escalate concerns appropriately
  • Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives and unit-based learning opportunities

Qualifications

To be considered, applicants should meet the following requirements:

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) — Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program
  • Active Colorado nursing license or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) eligibility
  • Required certifications: BLS; ACLS, TNCC, NRP and PALS as applicable per unit assignment
  • RN I — entry-level/new graduate or minimal experience candidates welcome
  • RN II — demonstrates established foundational ED skills and clinical judgment
  • Strong clinical assessment, documentation and communication skills
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including evenings, nights and weekends as scheduled

Compensation & Schedule

  • Employment type: Contract / Full time
  • Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week (evening/night/weekend coverage as needed)
  • Compensation: $33.00 - $51.00 per hour DOE (shift differentials apply)
  • Opportunity to increase pay via the Clinical Ladder Program that rewards professional development and quality contributions

Benefits

Our confidential client provides a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, including:

  • Medical, dental and vision plans; health care and dependent care FSAs
  • Lifestyle Spending Account ($250 first-year credit), tuition reimbursement and professional development support
  • Employer-matched retirement plan (match begins day one and increases with service)
  • Paid time off that accrues from day one with increasing accrual over time
  • Employee Assistance Program with mental health, financial and life coaching resources
  • Discounted fitness membership and free nutrition consultations
  • Full-time staff enrollment in retirement plan (401A) as of date of hire

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Patient-facing role in a busy emergency department; occasional exposure to infectious agents and urgent trauma cases
  • Physical demands: occasionally walking, sitting, crouching/squatting, stooping, kneeling, stairs, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs
  • Frequently standing, changing position, reaching, handling and fine motor tasks
  • Continuous requirement to see (with corrective eyewear as needed) and hear clearly (with assistance if required)

Why This Role?

This position pairs meaningful clinical work with lifestyle benefits of living in Colorado’s Gunnison Valley — an outdoor-oriented community with strong local ties and a slower commute. You’ll join a team that values continuing education, quality care and professional growth.


Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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