Becoming a member of the Craig Nursing Team:

• New Graduate RNs are hired twice a year; February and July
• All RNs are required to have an active Colorado Nursing License or an active license from a compact state
• Training and education opportunities are available for Rehab Techs and Unit Secretaries
• All team members are required to have a current CPR card from the American Heart Association: Healthcare Provider Certification
• Candidates for open positions will be reviewed by the Nurse Recruiter
• Part of the interview process includes a shadowing experience for those who have not worked at Craig Hospital as an employee, student or intern
• The applicant is asked to shadow a team member for 4 hours giving the applicant an opportunity to see first hand what the job expectations will be, who their co-workers will be and the patients that they will encounter. Additionally, this allows current employees the opportunity to assess the applicants interest, comfort level, communication style and adaptability
• Final offers for positions are made after successful completion of interviews, shadowing experience, background and criminal checks and references

Final candidates must also pass a pre-employment physical which includes a drug screen and muscle evaluation that assess strength, endurance and flexibility.