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Med Surg Tele

Burlington, VT

Med/Surg Tele — Neurosurgical & Surgical Unit | Night Shift | Burlington, VT

This 16-week contract (with potential extension to 26 weeks) places you primarily on a neurosurgical and surgical unit, working 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM). Float coverage is a core expectation of this role.

Unit & Float Scope

You'll be part of a central float pool, rotating to medical-surgical and telemetry units as needed. Additional float areas include hematology, oncology, orthopedics, general surgery, neurology (including neuro step-down), neurosurgery, ENT, GYN, and ED boarder/surge areas — all within your skill level.

Schedule Expectations

  • Minimum every-other-weekend availability required
  • No block scheduling; schedule adjusted to meet unit needs
  • Must work 2 of 4 designated holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Day
  • Bi-weekly orientations held on Mondays

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of RN experience
  • Prior experience in a large teaching facility strongly preferred
  • Neurosurgical and surgical unit experience is required
  • Active certifications: AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS must be completed prior to start)

Additional Notes

  • Public transportation is not accessible in this area; a personal or rental vehicle is strongly recommended
  • All employment gaps exceeding 90 days must be explained
  • Complete work history is required for submission
  • Start date: November 30, 2026