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Registered Nurse Ortho Med Surg PRN
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Durango, CO, 81301-8296
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : 32.01-50.03 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Depending on your location, you may be eligible for up to $8,000 in relocation assistance!
Nurses are at the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success. We offer Certification pay and a Clinical Career Ladder to help you grow and recognize your contributions to clinical excellence!
Here, you will help advance modern nursing by providing your skills, experience, and commitment to compassionate care. The impact you will make in our faith-based, mission-driven culture will cultivate excellence and achieve professional fulfillment united in humankindness.
As a Registered Nurse (RN) you will assume responsibility and accountability for:
- Facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with both the healthcare team, and the patient/family to identify and meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient.
- Promote the optimal health, well-being and safety of the patient through use of the nursing process and in accordance with patient care standards, guidelines and the State Nurse Practice Act.
- Demonstrate personal accountability for relationship-based care, organizational mission, and core values.
In addition to bringing humankindness to the workplace each day, qualified nursing candidates will need the following:
Education Requirements
- Associates Degree in Nursing required; Nursing Diploma or by endorsement
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required for new graduates, preferred for experienced RNs
Experience Requirements
- One year experience preferred
- Nursing skills and knowledge base specific to specialty
Licenses/Certification Requirements
- RN License required; Current state nursing licenses or valid RN license from a participating state in the National Licensure Compact
Physical Requirements
- Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
At CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
Mercy Hospital is an 82 bed, acute care hospital located in the scenic southwestern Colorado town of Durango. It is the only hospital in Colorado to be rated by Medicare with five stars for overall hospital quality. It is recognized for excellence in orthopedic and spine surgery and for outstanding patient experience and patient safety. Mercy has also received ten consecutive ‘A’ grades for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group. Our providers use state-of-the-art technology in an environment designed to promote wellbeing and healing of body, mind, and spirit.
Among the many specialty services available at Mercy are emergency care (Level III trauma designation), surgical care, cardiac care (including interventional), Orthopedic and Spine Centers of Excellence, a Family Birthing Center, home care, hospice care more. Durango offers an exceptional quality of life with small town charm, excellent schools, and year-round, world-class outdoor recreation opportunities including snow sports, river sports, hiking, biking, camping and more.
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Frequently asked questions
In Durango, certifications like BLS, ACLS, and specialty ortho or med-surg credentials enhance your profile for PRN nursing roles. Employers value certifications that demonstrate updated clinical skills aligned with state nurse practice acts and the hospital’s focus on orthopedic and surgical care.
PRN nursing offers flexible, as-needed shifts rather than fixed full-time hours. This role suits nurses seeking varied schedules while applying med-surg and orthopedic expertise. It demands adaptability and a strong skill set to maintain patient care quality during intermittent assignments.
Daily tasks include assessing patient conditions, administering treatments, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring safety protocols are met. The role requires quick integration into care teams and proficiency in orthopedic and med-surgical nursing best practices.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes continuous education, providing access to certification pay, clinical ladders, and supportive resources that foster clinical excellence and humankindness, helping PRN nurses advance in their specialized med-surg and orthopedic roles.
The culture blends faith-based mission values with teamwork and respect for humankindness. PRN nurses engage in a collaborative environment that prioritizes patient-centered care, professional growth, and a supportive network of leaders dedicated to nursing success.
Durango's healthcare sector, anchored by Mercy Hospital’s high-quality ratings, maintains steady demand for skilled PRN med-surg nurses. While competition exists, candidates with ortho med-surg experience and licensure in the nurse licensure compact states have an edge.
PRN Registered Nurses in Durango typically earn between $35 to $45 per hour, depending on experience and certifications. This rate reflects local market trends and the specialized nature of orthopedic and med-surgical nursing within acute care settings.
Yes, eligible nurses may receive up to $8,000 in relocation assistance, supporting transitions to Durango’s healthcare community. This incentive helps attract skilled PRN nurses to maintain high standards of care in the med-surg and orthopedic specialties.
While new nursing graduates are welcome, at least one year of med-surg or orthopedic nursing experience is preferred. This ensures PRN nurses can efficiently manage patient care complexities and uphold the organization’s clinical excellence standards.