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Residency Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

New Grad RN Residency

Lone Tree, CO ยท On-site

$36.68 - $53.52/hr

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident II Registered ...

New Grad RN Residency

Englewood, CO ยท On-site

$36.68 - $53.52/hr

The HCA Nurse Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident I Graduate Nurse you ...

New Grad RN Residency

Englewood, CO ยท On-site

$36.68 - $53.52/hr

The HCA Nurse Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident I Graduate Nurse you ...

New Grad RN Residency

Englewood, CO ยท On-site

$36.68 - $53.52/hr

The HCA Nurse Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident I Graduate Nurse you ...

New Grad RN Residency

Aurora, CO ยท On-site

$36.68 - $53.52/hr

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident II Registered ...

New Grad RN Residency

Aurora, CO ยท On-site

$36.68 - $53.52/hr

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident II Registered ...

New Grad RN Residency

Aurora, CO ยท On-site

$36.68 - $53.52/hr

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident II Registered ...

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$87.8K

$365.6K

$420.6K

How much do residency jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for residency in Colorado is $365,629.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $337,000.00 and $420,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a residency?

A residency is a period of advanced medical training that follows graduation from medical school. During residency, doctors work in hospitals or clinics under the supervision of experienced physicians, gaining hands-on experience in a specialty such as internal medicine, surgery, or pediatrics. This training typically lasts between three and seven years, depending on the specialty. Completion of a residency is required to become a fully licensed and board-certified physician in the United States.

What are common challenges faced during a residency, and how can residents manage them?

Medical residency can be demanding, with long hours, high patient loads, and steep learning curves. Residents often face challenges such as managing time efficiently, coping with fatigue, and balancing clinical duties with ongoing education. Effective strategies include prioritizing tasks, seeking support from peers and mentors, and utilizing available wellness resources. Open communication with supervisors and regular self-care are also crucial for maintaining well-being throughout residency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a residency, and why are they important?

To thrive in a medical residency, you need a solid medical education (MD or DO degree), clinical skills, and successful completion of USMLE or COMLEX exams. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and experience using diagnostic and procedural equipment are also essential. Excellent communication, teamwork, resilience, and time management skills help residents excel in high-pressure environments. These competencies are crucial for delivering quality patient care, adapting to demanding schedules, and progressing toward independent medical practice.

What is the difference between Residency vs Intern?

AspectResidencyIntern
CredentialsMedical degree, licensing, specialized trainingMedical or related degree, often students or early-stage trainees
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, specialized medical settingsHospitals, clinics, outpatient facilities, often in training roles
Employer & IndustryHospitals, healthcare institutions, medical industryHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations, educational institutions
PurposeAdvanced training for medical specializationLearning experience, skill development, career exploration

Residency is a specialized postgraduate training program for medical graduates to gain hands-on experience in a specific field, while an intern is typically a medical student or early trainee gaining initial clinical exposure. Residencies are more advanced, credentialed, and focused on specialization, whereas internships are foundational learning roles.

Is it easy to find jobs after residency?

Finding a job after residency is generally feasible for medical professionals, as many hospitals and clinics actively recruit residents completing their training. Success depends on factors such as specialty demand, geographic location, and the candidate's credentials, certifications, and networking efforts. Residents often use their clinical experience, board certifications, and professional connections to secure employment opportunities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Residency jobs in Colorado?

The most popular types of Residency jobs in Colorado are:

What are popular job titles related to Residency jobs in Colorado?

For Residency jobs in Colorado, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Residency job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $365,629 per year, or $175.8 per hour.

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Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $36.68 - $53.52 / hour
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you? At HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's, you come first! HCA Healthcare is committed to the growth and development of our future nurses!

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program is a year-long program designed to give you hands-on experience to help establish valuable clinical and critical thinking skills. As a Resident II Registered Nurse you will be surrounded by a supportive community of nurse educators, experienced nurses, and fellow residents that promote learning, clinical application, and socialization, shepherding you through the transition from student nurse to registered nurse.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's provides you with the tools necessary to succeed in todayโ€™s hospital environment. This paid program will assist you with the transition out of the classroom setting through a formalized series of learning experiences, including:

  • Advanced clinical training in a specialty area.
  • Monthly educational sessions.
  • Preceptorship training with a facility preceptor.
  • Measurement and evaluation of skills through hands-on simulations.
  • Mentoring from experienced nurse leaders.
  • Working collaboratively on an evidence-based practice project.

Cohorts Dates:

  • September 14th
  • September 28th
  • October 12th
  • October 26th
  • November 9th
  • November 23rd
  • December 7th
  • December 22nd

Specialties Available:

  • Med/Surg/Tele
  • Ortho/Spine/Neuro
  • BMT

The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN Resident provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as โ€œAssess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.โ€ The RN Resident serves as an advocate for patients, families and caregivers to support an unparalleled patient experience.

What will you do in this role:

  • Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
  • Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
  • Perform the administration of prescribed medications. Monitor patient for therapeutic response. Notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication.
  • Perform exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strive to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
  • Teach patients, families and caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.

What qualifications you will need:

  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of employment
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within 1 year of employment
  • Other Certifications maybe required during employment
  • Associate or Bachelorโ€™s degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program
  • Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse in the State
  • No previous experience needed
  • Some travel maybe needed for training

Benefits

We offer a total rewards package to support your health, life, career and retirement. Some available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeingsupport, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirementresources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Educationsupport through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location.

HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patientsโ€™ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNowยฎ urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. Among HCA HealthONEโ€™s acute care hospitals is Presbyterian/St. Lukeโ€™s (P/SL). P/SL has been meeting the healthcare needs of patients and their families from across the Rocky Mountain region for more than 140 years. Included on the P/SL campus is Rocky Mountain Childrenโ€™s, a dedicated pediatric hospital, making the campus the only tertiary/quaternary combined pediatric and adult hospital in this region. P/SL is home to an award-winning cancer program including the Colorado Blood Cancer Institute, a solid organ transplant program, and complex orthopedics. Consistently among the Denver Business Journalsโ€™ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than $400M in federal, state and local taxes.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldโ€™s Most Ethical Companiesยฎ by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


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- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's family! We will provide you with the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we promptly review all applications. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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