Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

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At University of Vermont Health, you will work with a diverse group of nurses, physicians, and specialty practitioners who personally care about their patients and community. No matter the location, every employee has a hand in contributing to the wellness of patients. You'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect at UVM Health.

Unit

Description:

Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse looking to grow your skills in a supportive, community-centered hospital? Our fast paced Medical/Surgical Unit at Porter Medical Center is welcoming nurses who are passionate about exceptional patient care and eager to expand their clinical experience.

Why Porter Medical Center?

We are nestled in the picturesque New England town of Middlebury, Vermont. Porter offers high-acuity, fast-paced hospital nursing that keeps your skills sharp and your shifts meaningful. Our Med/Surg unit cares for medical, surgical, chronic, and progressive care patients, giving you the opportunity to practice and expand a broad range of nursing skills.

We’re also home to a top-tier Birthing Center, averaging nearly 400 births each year, and our close-knit team environment means you’ll always feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to grow.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement with employer contribution
• Short-term & long-term disability
• CTO (combined time off)
• Union-represented RN positions
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current RN or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont
• BLS required; ACLS required for specific departments
• At least 1 year of hospital RN experience

About the Position

We currently have full-time night and day shift Registered Nurse roles on our vibrant Med/Surg Unit, perfect for nurses who thrive in a dynamic hospital setting and want to broaden their expertise while making a meaningful impact in our community.

On-call: Not required.

• $7,500 sign on bonus for full-time external applicants, prorated for part time roles. Additional terms and conditions apply.
• $5/hour Night Shift Differential

• Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required.
• Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.

Middlebury, VT is everything you’d expect in a quaint Vermont village—a white-steepled church, a Main Street lined with unique shopsand a town green. Middlebury, VT is also home to world-renowned

Middlebury College. We have a thriving arts scene with museums and art galleries as well as lectures, theater, music and dance performances. For those seeking adventure, Middlebury has the Green and Adirondack Mountains as our backdrops, offering limitless opportunities for hiking, biking, golfing, skiing, fishing and boating on nearby lakes and streams.

With exciting signing incentives and relocation assistance, moving to Vermont has never been an easier decision.

• We encourage professional growth and development
• We ensure our nurses are truly happy and feel valued
• We offer structured preceptorships and continuing education
• We are committed to great patient ratios
• Our team culture is unlike what you’ll find at other hospitals
• We’ve made significant investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment
• Nurses truly have a voice here through our shared governance

Employees

Serving more than 38,000 people in our region

33 acute care hospital beds and 105 skilled nursing beds

Outpatient medical practices

72 physicians and 32 advanced practice providers

Patient care encounters at our hospital and clinics

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