
We are looking for a dedicated certified nurse assistant to join our team. In this position you will provide direct patient care for our hospital and extended care unit patients at Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center. You will use a team approach to provide high quality patient care. This is a fulltime day position.
Pay Range: $17.97-$22.91 per hour based on experience and qualifications (eligible for shift differentials)
Sign-on Bonus: $1,500
Shift Differentials:
Weekday Nights - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday - 7:00 pm - 7:00 am - $3.00 per hour
Weekend Days - Saturday, Sunday - 7:00 am - 7:00 pm - $3.50 per hour
Weekend Nights - Friday, Saturday, Sunday - 7:00 pm - 7:00 am - $5.00 per hour
Provides direct patient care as defined by the resident care plan for all hospital and extended care unit residents at Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center. Participates in admitting and discharging patients. Documents care provided through established electronic health record. Encourages and assists patients/residents to be as independent as possible.
Requirements
Minimum Required Education/Experience High school diploma required. Certification with accredited training course through the State of Colorado for Certified Nurse Assistant. Previous work experience is preferred. Previous experience with geriatric preferred.
Pre-Employment Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of relevant nursing care.
• Friendly and professional bedside manner.
• Effective oral, written, and reading communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees and administration.
Note An acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.
Necessary Special Requirements Must obtain annual flu vaccination and any job-specific immunizations. Required to submit to tuberculosis test/screening.
Licenses or Certificates Certified Nurse Assistant license is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required (can be obtained onsite).
Unusual Demands Work is subject to recurring and inflexible deadlines and frequent interruptions.
Benefits
All Employees are eligible for:
· Employee Assistance Program
· 403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment)
Full and part-time positions are eligible for:
· Medical benefits including telehealth options
· Dental and vision benefits
· Basic life insurance and AD&D (employer paid)
· Supplemental Life/AD&D
· Paid Time Off
· Short-term disability (employer paid)
· Critical Illness Insurance
· Accident Insurance
· · Identity protection
· Cafeteria Meal Discount
· Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify)
If you’re considering joining our team this position will be open for a minimum of 5 days or until filled.

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center has proudly served Huerfano County since 1963, evolving into a trusted healthcare provider dedicated to improving the lives we touch. Our current facility, established in 1993 alongside the Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center, continues to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to residents, veterans, and visitors alike.
As we enter our third decade at this location, our commitment to excellence remains unwavering. We offer a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the diverse and evolving needs of our community, including:
Critical Access Hospital (20 Beds)
Emergency & Trauma Services
Ambulance Services
Cardiopulmonary Services
Diagnostic Imaging & Mammography
Laboratory Services
Surgical Services (including Da Vinci Xi Robotic-Assisted Surgery)
Rehabilitation Services (PT, OT, Speech Therapy, Wound Care)
Retail Pharmacy – The Pharmacy at Spanish Peaks
Swing Bed Services
Clinics (Family, Specialty, Women’s and Outreach)
Mobile Clinic
Veterans Community Living Center (90 Beds)
Our campus also includes a dialysis center operated by Fresenius Medical Care. At Spanish Peaks, we are honored to be a cornerstone of health and wellness in Southern Colorado, continually striving to provide accessible, innovative, and patient-centered care. At Spanish Peaks, we are honored to be a cornerstone of health and wellness in Southern Colorado, continually striving to provide accessible, innovative, and patient-centered care.