Nurse Resident Jobs in Colorado
Nurse Resident jobs in Colorado are open across Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora and other Colorado metros, with employers like UCHealth, Denver Health, and Banner Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Location: UCHealth Greeley Hospital, US:CO:Greeley
Department: ICU
Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Nights
Pay: $40.86 - $63.33 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option
Summary:
Provides nursing leadership for a specific shift and unit/area.
Responsibilities:
- Supervises and mentors staff during assigned shift. Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, and patient acuity.
- Provides direct patient care as needed. Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving. May take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care, including formal evaluation, and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes. Responds to complaints about patient care and related services, and manages through established channels.
- Performs role-specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers. Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care.
- Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
Requirements:
- Minimum Required Education:
- Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program.
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Must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program within three years of assuming the Charge RN position.
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Required Licensure/Certification:
- State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider.
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ACLS within 6 months of hire
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Minimum Experience:
- 1 year of nursing experience.
Employees are our number one asset.
UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.
Recognition
- Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
- Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
- Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
Health and well-being
- Medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
- Free Care.com membership.
- Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
- Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
- Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
Retirement and savings
- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
- Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and career growth
- UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
- Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
- Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
- Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Nurse Resident Job Market in Colorado
A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- UCHealth40

- Denver Health32

- Banner Health25

- CommonSpirit Health22

- Maxim Healthcare16

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services221
- Consulting & Professional Services16
- Education15
- Insurance13
- Staffing & Recruiting6
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse resident jobs across Colorado.
- Active RN license or eligibility to sit for NCLEX in the state of employment
- BSN from an accredited nursing program required by most hospital-system programs
- BLS certification required before start date, ACLS may be required for select units
- Completion of supervised clinical rotations in an acute care or hospital setting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for interdisciplinary care team collaboration
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned
Nurse Resident Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How many nurse resident jobs are there in Colorado?
There are 293+ nurse resident openings in Colorado on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora. New positions post regularly as employers across Colorado hire.
How much do nurse residents make in Colorado?
Nurse residents in Colorado earn a median of about $100,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,500 for the lowest 10% to over $124,940 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Colorado cities have the most nurse resident jobs?
Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora have the most nurse resident openings in Colorado right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire nurse residents in Colorado?
Employers hiring nurse residents in Colorado include UCHealth, Denver Health, and Banner Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote nurse resident jobs in Colorado?
Yes. About 2% of nurse resident openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Colorado metros.
How do I apply for nurse resident jobs in Colorado?
You can apply to nurse resident jobs in Colorado directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Colorado location, then apply to each one that fits.
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