Registered Nurse Day Surgery

About This Role

As a Day Surgery RN at NVRH, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals undergoing surgical and procedural interventions in both the pre-operative and post-anesthesia (Phase II recovery) settings.

Working in a fast-paced perioperative environment, you will collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe patient flow from admission through discharge while maintaining a strong focus on patient experience, safety, and regulatory compliance. Day Surgery nurses, once trained, may also serve as a second nurse in PACU and may float to Pain Management as needed.

• Deliver pre-operative care including assessment, preparation, and patient education, as well as post-anesthesia Phase II recovery and discharge readiness evaluation
• Monitor patient condition, identify changes, and communicate effectively with providers to ensure safe, timely care
• Ensure accurate documentation, review diagnostic results, and provide discharge instructions and follow-up guidance
• Collaborate with surgical, anesthesia, and perioperative teams to optimize patient flow and support efficient daily operations
• Uphold patient safety and regulatory standards, including adherence to AORN, ASPAN, CMS, and organizational protocols

• Graduate of an approved RN School of Nursing
• Current Vermont or multi-state RN license required
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required
• ACLS required (or ability to obtain during orientation)
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience preferred; ambulatory surgery, perioperative, or acute care experience preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is located in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, in the Northeast Kingdom. We are a community, not-for-profit, acute care, critical access hospital. NVRH is one of two Vermont hospitals designated Baby Friendly(tm) by the World Health Organization.

The organization offers primary and preventive care, surgical and specialty services, inpatient and outpatient care, and 24-hour, physician-staffed emergency services.

Aligned with community partners, NVRH values and invests in efforts to address social conditions--supporting well-nourished, well-housed, physically healthy, mentally healthy, and financially secure communities. NVRH serves more than 33,000 people in Caledonia and southern Essex Counties and employs more than 700 dedicated staff.

Join our healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to your community at NVRH! We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Complimentary local gym membership
• Affordable and comprehensive health, dental, and vision plan choices
• 401(k) with employer match
• Additional employee perks

Build a meaningful career in a collaborative surgical setting where your attention to detail, clinical judgment, and commitment to patient safety make a direct and lasting impact.