Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Complimentary gym membership

Affordable health, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with employer match

Additional employee perks and benefits

Job summary

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in our critical access hospital.

As an LPN, you'll work with a diverse patient population, supporting nursing processes and ensuring high-quality care. This position is ideal for both new graduates and experienced nurses.

Join our team and enjoy comprehensive benefits including tuition reimbursement and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved School of Practical Nursing. New graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Current Vermont Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and contribute to the nursing process.
• Deliver safe, high-quality care through accurate medication administration.
• Support patient and family education by reinforcing teaching plans.
• Collaborate with RNs and the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate of an approved School of Practical Nursing

Current Vermont Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association

Currently enrolled in an accredited RN nursing program

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital St. Johnsbury, Vermont, United States

About this position

Make a meaningful impact in your community at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH), where your compassionate care and clinical skills support patient outcomes in our close-knit, 20-bed medical-surgical unit.

About This Role

As a Med-Surg LPN at NVRH, you will work under the guidance of a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered nursing care across a diverse population, including medical, surgical, outpatient, observation, swing bed, and pediatric patients. This role offers the opportunity to build strong clinical skills while making a visible difference in a critical access hospital environment where every team member is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and contribute to the nursing process by collecting data, assisting with assessments, and supporting individualized care plans across all age groups within the scope of the LPN license
• Deliver safe, high-quality care through accurate medication administration, IV therapy support, documentation, and adherence to established policies and protocols
• Support patient and family education by reinforcing teaching plans, evaluating understanding, and documenting care appropriately
• Collaborate with RNs and the interdisciplinary team while supporting LNAs and contributing to efficient unit operations and patient flow

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved School of Practical Nursing. New graduates are encouraged to apply!
• Currently enrolled in an accredited RN nursing program, or willing to enroll and progress toward RN completion within two years.
• Current Vermont Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required
• One year of acute care experience preferred
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

About NVRH

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 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 and mentally healthy, and financially secure communities. NVRH serves more than 30,000 people in Caledonia and southern Essex Counties and employs over 700 dedicated staff.

Why Join Our Team?

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
• Paid time off
• Complimentary gym membership
• Affordable health, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with employer match
• Additional employee perks and benefits

Build a meaningful career where your contributions matter every day—and where you’re supported to grow.