RN: Med Surg; Day Shift

Position Summary

Pagosa Springs Medical Center (PSMC) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) to join our inpatient care team on day shift. The Med Surg RN provides observation and inpatient care for patients admitted to the Medical Surgical Unit, assessing and treating patient conditions, administering medications and treatments, monitoring patient progress, educating patients and families, and collaborating with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure safe, high‑quality care.

• Full‑time position (36 hours per week)
• Day shift schedule
• Rotating weekends and holidays may be required
• 12‑hour shifts typical in inpatient nursing environments

Patient Assessment & Care

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing monitoring of clinical conditions
• Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans
• Provide observation and inpatient nursing care for medical and surgical patients
• Monitor patient response to treatments and adjust care as needed

Clinical Interventions

• Initiate treatments including IV therapy, oxygen therapy, catheter placement, splints, and other ordered procedures
• Administer medications safely using the seven rights of medication administration
• Operate infusion pumps and monitor IV therapies

Patient Education & Support

• Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Provide guidance on recovery, wellness, and follow‑up care
• Support patients and families through hospitalization and recovery processes

Care Coordination

• Collaborate with physicians, hospitalists, surgeons, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Ensure continuity of care and support safe patient transitions and discharge planning
• Communicate patient condition changes promptly to providers

Documentation & Quality Compliance

• Document assessments, treatments, and patient progress in the electronic health record
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse (RN) program; BSN preferred
• Minimum two (2) years of Med Surg experience strongly desired
• Current Colorado RN license in good standing
• Current AHA BLS certification for healthcare providers
• ACLS certification required (or must obtain within 3 months of hire)
• PALS certification required (or must obtain within 3 months of hire)
• Strong patient assessment and clinical decision‑making skills
• Ability to manage multiple patients and prioritize care effectively
• Knowledge of cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems

• Inpatient hospital unit with frequent patient interaction
• Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, communicable diseases, and medical equipment
• Fast‑paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Physical demands include standing, walking, lifting, and assisting patients

• Base Compensation Range: $32.60 - $50.40 hourly, based on years of relevant experience
• Night Shift Differential: an additional $5.00 per hour for shifts between 6:30p.m. and 7:00a.m.
• Benefits include generous paid time off, separate sick leave, health, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long‑term disability and short‑term disability option, and a retirement plan with employer contribution

Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, and we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, religion, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment health and drug screen and background check.