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How much do volunteer ranch nursing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer ranch nursing in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a volunteer ranch nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Volunteer Ranch Nurse, you need foundational nursing knowledge, basic animal care skills, and relevant certifications such as an RN license or veterinary assistant training. Experience with medical record-keeping, wound care supplies, and animal handling equipment is often required. Compassion, strong communication, and adaptability are essential soft skills for working with both animals and ranch staff in unpredictable environments. These skills ensure the effective delivery of medical care, promote animal welfare, and support safe, collaborative ranch operations.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced by a volunteer ranch nurse?

Volunteer Ranch Nurses typically assist with basic animal care, administering medications, and monitoring the health of livestock or rescued animals under the supervision of veterinary staff. A common challenge in this role is adapting to outdoor work environments, which can be physically demanding and sometimes unpredictable due to animal behavior or weather conditions. Collaboration with ranch hands, veterinarians, and other volunteers is essential for ensuring the well-being of the animals and maintaining effective operations. This role provides valuable hands-on experience for those interested in animal health or rural nursing, and it can be a stepping stone toward specialized veterinary or agricultural nursing positions.

What is a volunteer ranch nurse?

Volunteer Ranch Nurses are individuals who provide nursing care and support on ranches without payment, often as part of community service or nonprofit initiatives. Their duties may include administering basic first aid to animals and ranch workers, assisting with animal health checks, and helping manage minor injuries or illnesses. They play a vital role in supporting the well-being of both people and livestock on the ranch, often working alongside veterinarians and ranch staff. These volunteers may have formal nursing or veterinary training, or they may receive on-site instruction for specific tasks. The position offers valuable hands-on experience and an opportunity to contribute to rural and agricultural communities.

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Infographic showing various Volunteer Ranch Nursing job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 16% As Needed, 3% Full Time, and 81% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,804 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Registered Nurse, Medical Specialties Unit in Highlands Ranch, CO

Vivian Health

Littleton, CO • On-site

$35.29 - $54.71/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Registered Nurse
Description
Location: UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, Highlands Ranch - CO
Department: HRH Medical Specialties Unit
FTE: Full Time, 0.9, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Nights
Pay: $35.29 - $54.71 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option
Work nights, earn more - our Night Shift Incentive Program pays $1,600 quarterly ($6,400/year) to full-time night shift RNs and LPNs
Minimum Requirements:
  • Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program if less than 3 years' experience. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
  • State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
  • 6 months of nursing (RN) experience.
  • BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
At UCHealth, We Improve Lives
Picture yourself on a dynamic team improving lives in the following way(s):
  • Provides top of scope practice in direct patient care utilizing the nursing process
  • Values a multidisciplinary team approach to achieve exceptional outcomes
  • Prioritizes wellness, a patient perspective and evidence-based practice
  • Models proficiency through precepting those new to healthcare and/or UCHealth
  • Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment
  • Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care
Acute Care:
  • Direct care includes specialty Acute Care (Med-Surg) Units of moderate to high patient acuity
  • AMSN's core curriculum and various specialty certification standards are included in evidence based care models for each unit
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.
    • New employees receive an initial PTO load with first paycheck.
  • 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 saving accounts 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.
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