At the 2026 State of Vail Health, CEO Will Cook highlighted how Vail Health is focused on “changing lives,” not just saving them. Through major investments in behavioral health, innovation, and community partnership, the organization is building a workplace where employees can do meaningful, purpose‑driven work while making a lasting impact on the communities they serve.
Lifelong Gypsum resident Juliana Carrazco, 19, took the first step toward nursing via Eagle County School District's youth apprenticeship program, CareerWise. While working as a unit clerk in the Patient Care Unit, Carrazco met patient care technicians and nurses who encouraged her to obtain her Certified Nursing Assistant license and work alongside them. This past summer, she took a Certified Nursing Assistant course through Colorado Mountain College Vail Valley at Edwards while working as a unit clerk. She plans to earn her nursing degree at Colorado Mountain College. “I was super motivated to get my CNA. Vail Health has been so supportive of me, especially the leadership team,” Carrazco said.
After 13 years of experience at a larger health care system in Denver, Dr. Joseph Dall’Era brought his urology expertise to Colorado Mountain Medical (CMM). Here, he provides advanced care to our mountain community and treats a wide range of conditions, including kidney stones, urinary tract infections, and issues related to the prostate and bladder. "I thoroughly enjoy being part of a smaller community, especially one with exceptional healthcare offerings," he shares. "CMM and Vail Health provide our team with the most advanced tools available for urologic care, including state-of-the-art diagnostics and treatments."
At Vail Health, we believe health and wellness is more than a destination — it’s a way of life. Whether you’re hitting the trails, training for your next challenge, or simply striving to feel your best every day, we’re here to support your journey. That’s why we offer a $1,000 annual wellbeing credit to empower employees to invest in their physical, mental, and emotional health — from gym memberships and fitness gear to ski passes and wellness retreats. Live your best life at VailHealth.org
Everyone’s journey through illness or healing is different, and no one should walk it alone. At Vail Health, our chaplains offer spiritual care that meets people where they are, honoring all beliefs and backgrounds with compassion and respect. Thanks to the kindness of our benefactors, the chaplain team can continue supporting our patients, families, and staff. 💙
Vail Health is one of 290 hospitals in the nation and one of 12 in Colorado with a 5-star rating from CMS. 290 hospitals with 5 stars from CMS (Becker’s Hospital Review): Vail Health is one of 290 hospitals in the nation with a 5-star rating from CMS. Ninety-one fewer hospitals earned a five-star quality rating from CMS in 2025 compared to 2024. CMS publishes its Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings annually. Star ratings reflect a hospital’s performance across five quality measures: mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely and effective care.
Vail Health has been nationally recognized by Press Ganey with the prestigious Guardian of Excellence Award® in two separate patient care categories for incredible dedication and commitment to providing excellent care every day and embracing continuous improvement in their patient experience work. The Vail Health Emergency Department and the Vail Health Inpatient Departments, consisting of the Family Birth Center, Intensive Care Unit and Patient Care Unit, were 2024 Press Ganey Human Experience Guardian of Excellence Award® winners. It marks the fifth consecutive year the Emergency Department has been recognized with the award.
We are thrilled to announce that Vail Health’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU) has been honored with the Beacon Award for Excellence from the AACN (American Association of Critical-Care Nurses). 🎉 This prestigious recognition places us among an elite group of facilities, with only two other ICUs in Colorado holding Beacon status. The Beacon Award is a testament to the dedication of our staff and the generous support from our benefactors, which enables us to provide outstanding critical care to our mountain communities. Join us in congratulating our incredible ICU team!
Are you interested in working at Precourt Healing Center, a brand new inpatient behavioral health facility in beautiful Edwards, CO? Vail Health Behavioral Health is hiring for multiple clinical and non-clinical positions. Learn more about this incredible opportunity! https://vailhealth.org/BH-Careers
🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are proud to announce that our Transition to Practice (TTP) Program has officially earned accreditation from the Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP) of the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)! This prestigious recognition highlights our commitment to supporting nurses as they transition into practice, with top-tier training, mentorship, and support systems. 💙 By achieving this accreditation, our program joins an elite group of organizations dedicated to ensuring new nurses are empowered and prepared to deliver exceptional patient care. A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed to this milestone—your dedication makes this possible! 👏
