Med Surg
Travel RN – Medical/Surgical | 13-Week Assignment
The Role
Join the nursing team at a critical access hospital in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom. You'll provide direct patient care across a broad clinical scope: medical, surgical, observation, swing bed, and outpatient services, with occasional pediatric admissions. This is not a dedicated pediatric unit.
Schedule & Shift Details
- Flex day/night rotation: You'll be scheduled for either day (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) or night (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) shifts, blocked by week. No alternating shifts within the same week.
- 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Start date: Wednesdays
What You'll Do
Using the Nursing Process, you'll assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care tailored to each patient's physiological, psychosocial, spiritual, and developmental needs. You'll have opportunities to serve as Charge RN and mentor newer staff as a preceptor. You'll work collaboratively with providers, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver safe, compassionate care.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years recent acute care RN experience
- Current Vermont RN license or Compact Multi-State RN License
- BLS (American Heart Association) certification required
- ACLS (American Heart Association) certification required
- Charge RN experience preferred
Important Details
- Flu vaccination required with no exceptions
- Personal transportation required: Public transportation is unavailable; nearest major airport is approximately 2 hours away
- Housing: You are responsible for securing your own accommodations. Local housing resources are available upon request
- Credentials must be submitted at least 5 business days prior to your start date