Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Middlebury, VT
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) – 16-Week Contract in Middlebury, Vermont

Experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurses (ED RNs) can earn an estimated $2,470–$2,600 weekly on this 16-week travel nursing assignment in Middlebury, Vermont. Join a supportive rural critical access emergency department and provide high-quality emergency care to patients across the lifespan, from newborns through geriatric patients.

This Vermont travel nursing job offers a close-knit clinical setting with 24/7 physician coverage, dedicated charge nurse support, and a broad range of emergency presentations. Located in scenic Middlebury, the area provides a welcoming small-town atmosphere, access to the Green Mountains and nearby lakes, and an appealing four-season lifestyle.

Travel RN Job Details

• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,470–$2,600
• Specialty: Emergency Room Registered Nurse (Emergency Department RN)
• Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract
• Location: Middlebury, Vermont
• Start Date: October 26, 2026
• Contract Length: Approximately 16 weeks
• Schedule: 36 hours per week; 12-hour night shifts
• Potential Shift Times: 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., with additional scheduling options based on department needs
• Patient Population: Newborn through geriatric
• Department Capacity: Approximately 10–14 emergency department beds
• Documentation: Epic experience required within the past two years
• Floating: Not required
• Scheduling Expectations: Every other weekend or an adjusted schedule as needed; flexibility to work required holidays
• Holiday Requirement: Work two of the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or New Year's Day

Emergency Room RN Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license eligible for practice in Vermont
• At least 2 years of recent Emergency Department or emergency nursing experience
• At least 1 completed travel nursing assignment
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
• Current PALS or ENPC certification
• Current TNCC certification or documented proof of an upcoming TNCC course
• Current NIH Stroke Scale certification
• Current NRP certification
• Recent Epic experience obtained within the past two years
• Ability to care for patients across the full age spectrum in a rural or critical access emergency setting
• Charge nurse experience is strongly preferred
• Prior ambulance transport experience, or willingness to participate in transports when needed
• Reliable personal transportation is strongly recommended due to limited public transportation in the area; appropriate all-season or snow tires are recommended during winter months

Emergency Nursing Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive emergency nursing care using the Emergency Severity Index (ESI) triage system
• Assess, stabilize, monitor, and coordinate care for patients ranging from newborns to older adults
• Initiate and maintain peripheral IV access, administer medications and infusions, and manage emergency drips
• Perform and interpret EKGs in accordance with department protocols
• Assist with procedural sedation, restraint application, and other emergency interventions
• Coordinate patient transfers to higher levels of care for STEMI, stroke, trauma, pediatric emergencies, and other complex conditions
• Participate in ambulance transports when required and clinically appropriate
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapy, support staff, and telemedicine specialists
• Deliver patient-centered care in a department supported by 24/7 physician coverage, an assigned charge nurse, and experienced emergency staff
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and follow department policies, safety standards, and evidence-based emergency care practices

Middlebury, Vermont Location Highlights

Middlebury is a picturesque Vermont community known for its vibrant downtown, welcoming atmosphere, and easy access to outdoor recreation. The surrounding area offers hiking, skiing, scenic mountain views, and opportunities to enjoy Vermont's distinctive four-season lifestyle.

Apply now for this Emergency Room Registered Nurse travel contract and join a supportive emergency care team in Middlebury, Vermont.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.