Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Per Diem

Job Details Posting Details

• Posted on October 30, 2026

Locations

• St. Albans, VT 05478, USA
• On-site
• Pay or shift range: $36 USD to $57.54 USD
• Nursing
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: REGIS
  001602

Description

NMC is currently recruiting a ED RN. The position is per diem (variable shifts). Northwestern Medical Center’s mission is to provide exceptional health care to our community. Join our high reliability team! With “people” as one of our core values, valuing our employees is a top priority for Northwestern. We care about our employees, their families, and their overall health & well-being.

We are proud to offer a generous benefits package, with recognized national carriers, designed to help our people stay healthy, balance work & life responsibilities, protect your assets & plan for a secure financial future.

Hiring Range $36.0000 to $57.5400 USD

This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by a labor union. Wages, benefits, and certain terms and conditions of employment are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Registered Nurse

JOB SUMMARY:

The RN plans and implements nursing care for patients in the Emergency Department according to established policies and procedures while performing direct patient care for patients of all age groups and under a wide variety of circumstances.

PRE-REQUISITES:

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Vermont

Experience: At least one year of RN experience in an Emergency Department.

Certifications

Required:

BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, as required or obtained within 6 months if a new graduate. PALS, TNCC, ENPC, and CEN preferred.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports To:Nurse Manager & Emergency Services Director

Other Contacts:Shift administrator, physicians, patients, families, visitors, public, forensic staff, hospital staff, and other healthcare practitioners

Machinery or Equipment Used: Patient monitoring devices, cast removal saw, IV pumps, patient transport devices, needles/syringes, computer, basic office equipment, and other patient care equipment

Physical Demands: Occasional sitting, lifting up to 50 lbs., kneeling, crouching, overhead reaching, and awkward positions. Frequent: twisting, bending, squatting, stooping, reaching and pushing/pulling. Constant: standing and walking

Working Conditions: Exposure to crisis situations and unpleasant elements of acute traumatic injuries, accidents and illness. Frequently exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases. Exposed to hazards from electrical equipment. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and stress/pressure due to multiple patient needs

Required Protective Equipment: All Personal Protective Equipment and situation and patient condition dictates

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Incorporates appropriate assessment and intervention skills in all interactions and delivery of nursing care including:

• Safety & protection
• Assessment
• Intervention Skills
• Evaluation
• Equipment use and management

2. Communicates with patients, team members, and management in an accurate and timely manner evidenced by:

• Talks with and listens to patients/team members
• Reports pertinent, concise information with applicable follow-up
• Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation/order entry
• Protects confidentiality of patient/colleagues

3. Applies critical thinking skills and utilizes best practices and current research.

• Organizes multitask workload
• Prioritizes and customizes patient plan of care
• Appropriately seeks assistance
• Collects/integrates data from patient and/or multiple sources
• Organizes/delivers care for multiple patient assignment

4. Develops and maintain human care relationships.

• Adapts care management for diverse populations and environment
• Advocates for needs of patients and/or…