Registered Nurse - General Surgery - Baird 6

About the role

As a Nurse in our 26-bed General Surgery unit, you will treat a wide range of surgical and trauma patients whose length of stay ranges from 1-7 days or extended due to surgical complexity. Our General Surgery RNs are responsible for treating patients that have undergone the following surgeries - general surgery, colorectal, dental, trauma, plastics and weight loss. You will also provide acute care for adult burn patients. You will be part of an energetic, multidisciplinary team that is flexible, supportive and full of people who are willing to teach you. We promote and support the professional growth of our nurses through certifications and continued education opportunities. Our nurses also have the opportunity to advance through the Clinical Advancement and Recognition Program (CARP).

Requirements

• Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required.
• ADN required, BSN preferred.
• Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.

On-call

Not required

Unit Description

We promote and support the professional growth of our nurses through certifications and continued education opportunities. Our nurses also have the opportunity to advance through the Clinical Advancement and Recognition Program (CARP).

About The Area

Located in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont, you'll find all of the amenities of the best small cities, alongside the very best skiing and riding in the east (with six ski resorts within an hour of downtown). In Burlington, everyone can truly find what they're looking for to unwind; from Nordic skiing to mountain biking to backcountry touring. Burlington has a robust food and music scene, with entertainment options for all ages. Designated the "Healthiest City in the USA" by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Burlington ranked highest in exercise, and among the lowest in obesity, diabetes and other indicators of ill health. We offer a quality of life that is second to none in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont. With exciting signing incentives and relocation assistance, moving to Vermont has never been an easier decision.