Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
About the Role
The Emergency Department at CVPH has 29 beds, 4 beds in the Behavioral Decision Unit, and 7 beds in Fast Track. Registered Nurses are supported in obtaining and maintaining their TNCC certification. On-call is not required.
External candidates are eligible for a one-time RN Sign-On Bonus of $10,000 (pro-rated for part-time roles). Current University of Vermont Health employees are excluded from eligibility. Additional terms and conditions apply.
Requirements
- Current RN licensure recognized by the State of New York
- Appropriate experience in the specific clinical area (varies by unit)
Benefits
- Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Benefits (403b)
- Insurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, Short-Term Disability)
- Paid Time Off
Additional perks include:
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Structured preceptorships and continuing education
- Commitment to great patient ratios
- Strong team culture and shared governance
- Significant investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment
About the Area
The Champlain Valley is characterized by its working landscapes, rolling hills, meadows, and pastures leading to Lake Champlain, the largest lake in the U.S. behind the Great Lakes. Plattsburgh, a community of 38,000, offers a cost of living just below the national average and is ideal for families, with excellent public and private schools. The State University of New York (SUNY) Plattsburgh campus hosts 6,200 students, including a large international population and a solid nursing program.
Plattsburgh has been recognized as a top city for business development by Site Selection Magazine for eight consecutive years and ranked as the top micropolitan in New York (27th nationally) by Policom Corp. The area provides year-round recreational opportunities, including boating, biking, fishing, skiing, and ice skating. Nearby Lake Placid, host of the 1980 Winter Olympics and 2023 FISU World University Games, offers additional outdoor activities. The region also features historic attractions, museums, and a vibrant downtown anchored by the Strand Theater.
Relocation and signing incentives make moving to upstate New York an attractive option.