Registered Nurse (RN)
Compassionate Care | Collaborative Practice | Neuro & Rehab Specialty Nursing

POSITION SUMMARY

At Craig Hospital, every patient journey begins with expert, compassionate care—and our Registered Nurses are at the heart of that mission. We are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated RN to join our world-class nursing team, providing exceptional care for patients with spinal cord injury (SCI), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and other neurological conditions.

This is an opportunity for a clinically driven and patient-focused nurse who thrives in an interdisciplinary environment and is committed to delivering innovative, evidence-informed care. Whether you're a new graduate or an experienced RN, we support your professional development through a tiered Clinical Ladder program designed to elevate your practice at every stage.

As a Craig RN, you’ll collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, case managers, and families to ensure holistic, individualized patient care. You’ll not only manage complex clinical needs but also educate and empower patients toward independence and long-term wellness.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care aligned with Craig’s standards and the ANA Code of Ethics
• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Educate patients and families on care plans, goals, and long-term self-management techniques
• Coordinate care with team members across disciplines, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity
• Safely administer medications and monitor for efficacy and adverse effects
• Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner
• Apply principles of infection prevention and patient safety to every interaction
• Supervise and delegate to unlicensed staff and students as appropriate
• Support orientation of new staff and participate in precepting when assigned
• Actively participate in Shared Governance, quality improvement initiatives, and professional development activities
• Contribute to a supportive, respectful, and team-oriented unit culture

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Licensure & Certification
• Current Colorado RN license
• BLS certification required
• ACLS and relevant specialty certification (CNRN or CRRN) preferred

Education
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
• BSN required within 18 months of hire (CCNE or NLNAC-accredited program preferred)

Experience
• Minimum of 1 year of RN experience preferred
• Experience in neuroscience, acute medsurg, or rehabilitation is strongly desired.

Skills & Strengths
• Excellent assessment and critical thinking skills
• Effective communicator and team collaborator
• Knowledge of infection control, patient safety, and trauma-informed care
• Organized, self-motivated, and skilled in time management
• Comfortable using EMRs and basic computer systems

JOIN CRAIG HOSPITAL

Nationally recognized for our excellence in spinal cord and brain injury rehabilitation, Craig Hospital is more than a care facility—it’s a tight-knit community of healthcare professionals committed to transforming lives. Our nurses play a critical role in that transformation, combining technical skill with human compassion in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.

If you’re ready to grow your nursing career in a mission-driven, patient-centered environment, Craig Hospital is ready for you.
Be part of something extraordinary—apply today.

Craig Hospital Benefits:

Benefit Eligible Positions:

At Craig Hospital, we offer a wide range of outstanding benefits that allow our employees to tailor a benefits package that meets their individual needs. Planning a family or looking forward to retirement, we have options. Our medical insurance is a self-funded plan administered by Allegiance Benefit Plans with a CIGNA network of providers offering two different comprehensive plans. We offer dental insurance through Delta Dental, and vision insurance through EyeMed. Craig offers Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts. Craig also provides, and pays for both Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance plans for every benefit-eligible employee. We offer generous time-off benefits to allow you to enjoy your time away from work too! Additionally, we have a 403b Retirement Plan with a generous matching contribution through Empower Retirement that you are eligible for upon hire. Want to go back to school? We have Tuition Assistance. Unexpected emergency? We have Employee Assistance Programs and an Employee Emergency Assistance Fund. At Craig, we believe in offering best-in-class benefits and prioritize benefits to support you.

Salary Range: $35.17/ Hour — $50.64/ Hour plus Shift Differentials