Registered Nurse - Med/Surg
About the role
The Registered Nurse administers nursing care within the scope of hospital policy and established standards of care and in accordance with the needs and/or wants of each patient.
Responsibilities
- Develops and initiates the nursing care plan utilizing the nursing process.
- Collaborates/cooperates with nursing staff and other hospital/health care disciplines for promotion of health to obtain the optimal level of wellness for patients, family, and community.
Education
Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont is required.
Experience
- Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
- Professional appearance.
- Satisfactory references.
- BLS required; ACLS required for specific departments.
Requirements
- Current RN licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required.
- Appropriate experience in 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)
- Paid Time Off
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Structured preceptorships and continuing education
- Great patient ratios
- Unique team culture
- Significant investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment
- Shared governance giving nurses a voice
- Ensures nurses are truly happy and feel valued
- Signing incentives and relocation assistance
About the area
Middlebury, VT is everything you'd expect in a quaint Vermont village—a white-steepled church, a Main Street lined with unique shops and a town green. Middlebury, VT is also home to world-renowned Middlebury College. The area has a thriving arts scene with museums and art galleries as well as lectures, theater, music and dance performances. For those seeking adventure, Middlebury offers the Green and Adirondack Mountains as backdrops, providing limitless opportunities for hiking, biking, golfing, skiing,