Med Surg Tele
Med/Surg Telemetry – Neurosurgical & Surgical Unit | Night Shift | Burlington, VT
This 16-week travel assignment places you primarily on a neurosurgical and surgical unit, caring for a diverse patient population that may include post-operative neurosurgery, ENT, GYN, and general surgery patients. Float coverage is a core expectation of this role.
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (12-hour nights)
Start Date: November 30, 2026
Contract Duration: 16 weeks
Float Scope
Travelers float first. You will be aligned to the central float pool and may rotate across medical-surgical, telemetry, hematology, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, neuro step-down, neurosurgery, ENT, GYN, ED boarders, and surge areas — all within like skill and ability.
Schedule Expectations
- Minimum every-other-weekend availability required
- No block scheduling; schedule adjusted to meet unit and patient care needs
- Must work 2 of 4 designated holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Day
- Bi-weekly orientations held on Mondays
Required Certifications
- AHA BLS
- AHA ACLS
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) — must be completed prior to start
Required Experience
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience
- Neurosurgical/surgical unit background is required
- Prior experience in a large teaching facility environment
- Active charting system proficiency within the past 2 years (required and non-negotiable)
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 on your application