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Rio Grande Hospital is part of Valley Citizens' Foundation for Healthcare, Inc., a nonprofit. The tradition of hospital care at Del Norte started when St. St.

Rio Grande Hospital is part of Valley Citizens’ Foundation for Healthcare, Inc., a community non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide health care to the Western San Luis Valley. Joseph’s Hospital opened in 1907. Joseph’s closed its doors in 1993. In 1996, Rio Grande Hospital at Del Norte re-opened at the old St. Joseph Hospital Building. The Rio Grande Hospital moved to its present location on August 11, 2004. The originally ten-million-dollar facility has grown since its opening.

06/04/2026

⛳💚 THANK YOU, SLV! 💚⛳
We would like to take a moment to thank the incredible people and organizations helping bring this event back to our community.

A huge thank you to our business sponsors, the team at Monte Vista Golf Club, Michelle and her amazing crew, the MVGC Board, the Rio Grande Hospital Foundation, and everyone who has stepped up to support this event. Your generosity, time, and commitment are what make events like this possible.

This is about more than golf. It's about community, partnership, and investing in the future of SLV healthcare. We are excited to see everyone on June 13th and so grateful for the overwhelming support we've received. ❤

06/03/2026

Unsung Heroes of Rio Grande Hospital 💪

Today, we would like to recognize Roger, Allen, and Thomas, who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our hospital running smoothly 24/7. From early mornings to late nights, they maintain our facilities, respond to unexpected issues, navigate regulatory requirements, and help ensure a safe environment for our patients, staff, and visitors.

Their dedication, hard work, and commitment often go unseen, but their impact is felt every day. 💙

If you see them around, please take a moment to thank them for all they do. We are grateful to have them as part of the Rio Grande Hospital team! 👏🏥

06/01/2026

🎉 Now Hiring: Housekeeper (Full-Time)

Rio Grande Hospital & Clinics is looking for a dedicated Housekeeper to join our team!
📅 Monday–Friday
🕐 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM
🏥 Full-Time Position

Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our patients, visitors, and staff. If you're dependable, team-oriented, and take pride in your work, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, contact Roger at 719-657-4146 or complete an application today! https://riograndehospital.org/dnhousekeeper/

05/31/2026

https://riograndehospital.org/ma2026/

05/29/2026

🐍 What an incredible evening at our Community Rattlesnake Safety Presentation!

70 community members joined us at the RGH Wellness Center to learn valuable rattlesnake safety tips, bite prevention, treatment facts, and outdoor safety information. 📚

Thank you to Tim Armstrong and Tim Kynion, PA-C, for sharing their expertise and helping keep our community informed and prepared. We also want to recognize Eric Valdez for providing an amazing meal, and our outstanding Wellness Center and RGH staff for making the event such a success. 👏

We love bringing our community together for events that educate, connect, and support one another. Thank you to everyone who attended, and we look forward to seeing you at the next one!

05/28/2026

Becker's Honors 100 Critical Access Hospitals CHICAGO (May 2026)

Rio Grande Hospital is deeply honored to be recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of the “100 Critical Access Hospitals to Know” for 2026. The first time in our history receiving this distinction. 🎉

We are grateful to our dedicated staff, providers, board members, and community whose trust and commitment make this possible. Serving Rio Grande County & San Luis Valley is a privilege, and we remain committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home.

Thank you for being part of this achievement. ❤️

https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/rural-health/rural-lists/100-critical-access-hospitals-to-know-2026/

05/27/2026

RGH Nurses Shine at Excellence in Nursing Awards🌟

Rio Grande Hospital is proud to recognize two extraordinary members of our nursing team, Ellen Lane, CNO, and Kourtney Zamarripa, LPN WCC, for representing RGH at the State Excellence in Nursing Awards held May 15 at the, Lanny & Sharon Martin Building in Denver. 🎉

After being selected as two of nine award-winning nurses during the regional celebration hosted at the RGH Wellness Center on March 27, Ellen and Kourtney advanced to the state level, where they proudly represented both our hospital and our community.
Ellen and Kourtney exemplify the heart of nursing through their compassion, kindness, leadership, and unwavering dedication to patient care. Their ability to make patients feel seen, heard, and cared for reflects the very best of Rio Grande Hospital.

Please join us in congratulating Ellen and Kourtney on this well-deserved recognition. Rio Grande Hospital is truly in good hands. Go Team! ❤️

05/26/2026

🌟Congratulating Emma Petersen on her recent accomplishment of becoming a Registered Nurse! 💪

Emma has proudly been part of the RGH team for nearly a year. She has worked in healthcare since the age of 18 as a CNA and later earned her bachelor’s degree in social work. Emma joined RGH last August as an LPN, and we are thrilled to now celebrate her transition to RN. 🎉

Emma currently lives in Creede with her fiancé and enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, as well as reading and writing. Her favorite book is Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult.

Congratulations, Emma! We are incredibly proud of your hard work, dedication, and continued growth. Your success is inspiring, and we love seeing our employees thrive both professionally and within our community.

If you see Emma around, be sure to congratulate her and wish her continued success. Go Emma! 📚

05/22/2026

RGH is proud to be in our 13th year with the Custom Learning Systems Group Ltd. - Service Excellence Initiative, and we are still learning, growing, and striving to better serve our patients, team members, and community every day. 📚

A huge thank you to Lynn Sullivan for leading our team through two fantastic days at the RGH Wellness Center focused on Service Excellence Refresher and How to Lead in a VUCA World. From The Expectational Manager to critical thinking, the information shared was insightful, inspiring, and impactful. 💪

At RHG, we believe learning never stops. We are grateful for the continued education and partnership through CLS as we work to be the best, most informed, and most compassionate healthcare team for our community. ❤️

05/21/2026

🐍🌵 HEY SLV… IT’S SNAKE SEASON! 🌵🐍
You know the drill, one minute you’re enjoying a peaceful walk… the next minute you’re doing the “Was that a stick or a rattlesnake?” 😅

Rio Grande Hospital & Clinics has you covered!
Join us for a FREE Community Rattlesnake Safety Presentation featuring local experts Tim Armstrong and Tim Kynion, PA-C., who’ll help you learn:
• How to avoid rattlesnake encounters
• What to do if you or someone gets bitten
• Snake behavior & habitat tips
• Medical treatment & antivenom facts
• Outdoor safety for hikers, ranchers, kiddos, and pets

Eric Valdez, RGH Wellness Manager, will be serving up a fantastic light meal because learning about snakes is always better with food!
📍 RGH Wellness Center
📅 Thursday, May 28
⏰ 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/CmH4TEHr9N

FREE to attend • Open to the public • Donations welcome

Address

310 County Road 14
Del Norte, CO
81132

Telephone

+17196572510

Website

http://RioGrandeHospital.org/

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