Registered Nurse ER | Bristol, Vermont
Job Description
Job Description
Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
A nursing opportunity is available for an experienced Registered Nurse specializing in Emergency Room care. This contract position is based in Bristol, Vermont, offering a supportive environment within a critical access medical centers Emergency Department.
This role demands strong clinical skills and confidence managing a broad patient population ranging from newborns to elderly adults in a 10-14 bed emergency unit. A minimum of two years of clinical experience in emergency nursing is preferred, along with certifications such as ACLS, ENPC or PALS, TNCC, NRP, and NIHSS. Candidates should demonstrate familiarity with essential emergency procedures including IV insertions, drips and infusions, EKGs, patient transports, and procedural sedation. Experience with patient triage using the ESI scale and handling emergencies like STEMI, stroke, or trauma patients is highly valued. Charge nurse experience and willingness to precept new nurses or participate in ambulance transports are beneficial.
Work schedule options include rotating 12-hour shifts (7a-7p, 11a-11p, 3p-3a, and 7p-7a) with holiday requirements. The role includes working in a fully equipped setting with Alaris IV pumps, Philips monitors, and access to respiratory and anesthesia support 24/7. Documentation utilizes Epic with medication management through Pyxis.
Bristol, VT, is a charming, rural community nestled amidst scenic hills and outdoor recreational opportunities. It offers a peaceful lifestyle with easy access to larger medical facilities for specialty care and transport needs while providing a close-knit team atmosphere in a critical access hospital environment.
If you have a passion for emergency nursing in a small community setting and meet the qualifications, consider this rewarding contract role. Apply to advance your career in a dynamic, well-supported emergency department. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes in this vital rural healthcare setting.
Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.