Emergency Department RN
St Johnsbury, VT
Learnbeyond Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Flexible
Referral Bonus

Job Description:

Bring your emergency nursing expertise to Vermont's Northeast Kingdom and make a difference where every patient and every shift matters.*** (NVRH) is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse Traveler to join our dedicated team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, think critically under pressure, and enjoy being part of a close-knit team, this opportunity offers both professional challenge and rewarding patient care.Our 24/7 Emergency Department is a busy, board-certified physician-staffed rural ED with that was renovated in 2026 and has more than 15,000 patient visits annually. Our department provides an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing emergency care team while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of Vermont's beautiful Northeast Kingdom.About the RoleAs an Emergency Department RN, you will provide direct patient care across a wide range of emergency presentations, rapidly assess patient needs, collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary team members, and adjust care plans to ensure the best possible outcomes. Successful candidates are adaptable, proactive, and able to excel in a dynamic rural emergency setting.Key Responsibilities· Assess, Prioritize, and Deliver Emergency Care: Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute illnesses, injuries, and emergencies while utilizing strong clinical judgment and prioritization skills.· Collaborate Across the Care Team: Partner closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, EMS personnel, and inpatient teams to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.· Respond Effectively in a Fast-Paced Environment: Manage multiple patient needs simultaneously, adapt quickly to changing clinical situations, and maintain high-quality care under pressure.· Promote Safe, Accurate, and Efficient Care: Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately while adhering to hospital policies, regulatory standards, and evidence-based emergency nursing practices.Required Qualifications· Current Vermont RN License or Compact Multi-State RN License required.· Current BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications required.· Minimum three years of Emergency Department RN experience required.· TNCC preferred.· Experience caring for a broad range of patient populations and emergency conditions.· Familiarity with Meditech strongly preferred; candidates must demonstrate the ability to learn the system quickly.· Must be able to work independently, exercise sound clinical judgment, and function effectively in a rural emergency department environment.Traveler InformationNVRH is situated in Vermont's historic Northeast Kingdom, a region renowned for its natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and four-season lifestyle. As an independent, not-for-profit critical access hospital, NVRH provides primary and preventive care, surgical and specialty services, inpatient and outpatient care, and 24-hour physician-staffed emergency services.Please note that NVRH is located in a rural community. Public transportation and rideshare services are not available in the area, and the closest commercial airport is approximately two hours away. Reliable personal transportation is required.We're happy to provide local housing resources; however, travelers are responsible for securing their own housing accommodations.Credentialing RequirementsAll required credentialing documentation must be submitted no later than five business days before the traveler's scheduled start date. Delays in credentialing will result in a delayed start date.Flu vaccination is required for all travelers. No exceptions.

Position Urgency:
Normal

Shifts:
Flex shifts, three 12-hour shifts per week.

State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active

Minimum Years of Experience:
3

Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
36

Specialty Type:
**Travelers will start on Wednesdays **During the week of orientation, travelers on a 48 hour contract will only be guaranteed 36 hours due to midweek start

Sub Specialty:
Emergency Room Nurse

General Certifications:, General Certifications(PALS,BLS/BCLS,ACLS); Nursing Certifications(TNCC,ENPC)

Nursing Certifications:

Contract Length in Weeks:
13