Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Mids (11a-11:30p) $10K Sign on Bonus Available

Northwestern Medical Center • St. Albans, VT

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse plans and implements nursing care for Emergency Department patients according to established policies and procedures. The role provides direct patient care to patients of all age groups and in a wide variety of circumstances. This is a full-time position, 72 hours bi-weekly, with scheduled hours between 11 a.m. and 11:30 p.m. and an every-other-weekend requirement. The position is part of a bargaining unit represented by a labor union; wages, benefits, and certain employment terms are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 is available for experienced critical care RNs.

The RN works with patients, families, physicians, hospital staff, and other healthcare practitioners, and reports to the Nurse Manager and Emergency Services Director. Work involves patient-care equipment and exposure to crisis situations, traumatic injuries, accidents, illness, blood-borne disease risks, and electrical equipment hazards. The role requires the physical activities described in the posting, including standing and walking, frequent bending and pushing/pulling, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Vermont.
• At least one year of Registered Nurse experience in an Emergency Department.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification.
• NIHSS certification.
• Certifications may be obtained within six months if the applicant is a new graduate.
• Ability to perform the physical demands described, including occasional lifting up to 50 pounds and frequent standing and walking.
• Every-other-weekend availability.

Nice To Haves

• PALS certification.
• TNCC certification.
• ENPC certification.
• CEN certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement Emergency Department nursing care according to established policies and procedures, providing direct care to patients of all age groups.
• Incorporate assessment, safety, intervention, evaluation, and equipment-management skills into patient care.
• Communicate accurately and promptly with patients, team members, and management; report pertinent information, document care and orders, and protect confidentiality.
• Use critical thinking, best practices, and current research to organize workloads, prioritize and customize care plans, integrate information, and coordinate care for multiple patients.
• Develop therapeutic and human-care relationships; advocate for patients and families; provide ethical and legal care; and collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team.
• Manage personal practice and resources effectively, including recognizing limits, identifying learning needs, using equipment and supplies appropriately, maintaining an orderly care environment, and seeking feedback or assistance.
• Apply leadership skills by working professionally, managing conflict, delegating and assigning care, and coordinating care within the multidisciplinary team.
• Incorporate teaching into care, provide appropriate patient information and health-behavior counseling, assess barriers to learning, and support preceptorship, students, and job-shadow experiences.
• Apply knowledge of the patient population and age-specific care, expected norms, and new data to improve care.
• Demonstrate the unit-specific skills required for the unit and patient population served.

Benefits

• Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for experienced critical care RNs.
• A benefits package with recognized national carriers, designed to support health, work-life responsibilities, asset protection, and financial planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level