ER RN in Middlebury, Vermont

Join our team as an Emergency Department RN at UVMHN Porter Medical Center in Middlebury, Vermont, for a 6-week travel contract. This critical access hospital with a 10-14 bed ED offers a unique opportunity to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with an emphasis on trauma, stroke, and STEMI transports. You'll be expected to handle IV insertions, EKGs, procedural sedation, and transports, all while relying on Epic/Epic documentation and Pyxis medication systems. Charge nurse experience and a minimum of 2 years of ED experience are preferred. Expect 12-hour rotating shifts, including holidays, with the chance to precept and collaborate with a dedicated team that includes MDs, PAs, and NPs. This role is ideal for experienced, adaptable ED nurses seeking to broaden their skills in a rural, community-focused setting. Be prepared for some ambulance transports and a focus on trauma and acute care protocols that keep your skills sharp and your day interesting.

Weather:

The weather around this time of year in Middlebury is generally cool with crisp mornings and mild afternoons. Expect occasional rain and the lovely sight of autumn foliage, making for a scenic backdrop to your shift and leisure time.

Fun Things To Do:

• Hiking in the Green Mountain National Forest
• Visit the Shelburne Museum in nearby Shelburne for art and history
• Tour the Ben & Jerry's Factory in Waterbury
• Explore the historic town of Barre and its granite quarries on a day trip
• Relax at Lake Dunmore with kayaking or a picnic

Job Specifics:

Location: Middlebury, Vermont

Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts (7a-7p, 11a-11p, 3p-3a, 7p-7a)

Duration: 6 weeks, 36 hours per week