Med Surg Tele
Med/Surg Telemetry – Neurosurgical & Surgical Unit | Night Shift | Burlington, VT
Contract: 16–26 weeks | Start Date: November 30, 2026
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 12-hour nights
About the Role
This assignment is primarily based on a neurosurgical and surgical unit, managing patients requiring specialized post-operative and neurological nursing care. You will be aligned to the float pool — travelers float first — with potential to support Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units including hematology, oncology, orthopedics, general surgery, neurology, neuro step-down, neurosurgery, ENT, GYN, and ED boarder/surge areas, all within your skill level and competency.
Schedule Expectations
- 12-hour night shifts, Monday through Sunday availability required
- Minimum every other weekend commitment
- No block scheduling; schedule adjusted to meet unit and patient care needs
- Two of four holidays required: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, or New Year's Day
- Bi-weekly orientations on Mondays
Required Certifications
- AHA BLS
- AHA ACLS
- NIHSS (must be obtained prior to start)
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience in an acute care, teaching hospital setting
- Background in neurosurgical/surgical nursing required
- Strong Med/Surg and Telemetry float pool adaptability
- Proficiency in a major electronic health record system within the past 2 years — mandatory and non-negotiable
- All employment gaps exceeding 90 days must be documented and explained
Additional Notes
Public transportation is not accessible in this area. A personal or rental vehicle is strongly recommended.