Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Pagosa Springs, CO
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Title

City/State: Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Shift: Day Shift, 0630 to 1830

Contract Length: 12 weeks

Start Date: 05/18/2026

Job Description:

Pagosa Springs Medical Center is seeking an experienced Med Surg RN to provide observation and/or inpatient care to patients assigned to the Med Surg Unit. The RN is responsible for assessing and prioritizing patient care, administering nursing care and procedures, monitoring and reassessing patients, documenting assessments and changes in condition, educating patients and families, collaborating with providers, and supporting continuity of care to help prevent readmission.

Responsibilities:

• Provides patient care within the RN scope of practice and in accordance with physician/provider orders.
• Performs comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, nursing interventions, reassessments, and evaluation of care provided.
• Monitors patients for changes in condition and reports abnormal findings to the appropriate provider.
• Administers medications, IV therapy, oxygen therapy, blood products, and other treatments accurately and timely.
• Operates infusion pumps and documents accurately in the electronic health record.
• Completes required Cerner documentation in accordance with competencies, training, policies, and procedures.
• Uses Care Compass to organize and document assessments, care tasks, procedures, and patient education.
• Performs age-specific nursing care, including assessment and reassessment of patient condition.
• Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation, and takes appropriate action when needed.
• Provides patient and family education related to disease process, treatment plans, medications, pain management, wound care, discharge planning, and follow-up care.
• Transfers care using SBAR format when appropriate.
• Follows infection prevention practices, universal precautions, and National Patient Safety Goals.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and protects patient rights, dignity, and privacy.
• Collaborates with providers, staff, and other departments to support interdisciplinary patient care.
• Serves as a mentor to other nursing staff and supports continuous learning.

Requirements:

• Current Colorado RN license in good standing
• Current AHA BLS certification for healthcare providers
• Current ACLS certification, or ability to complete at the next available course within 3 months
• Current PALS certification, or ability to complete at the next available course within 3 months
• Cerner EHR experience required
• Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in English