Nurse Practitioner

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership

Health, dental, and vision plan

401(k) with employer match

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, is seeking an Emergency Department Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to deliver compassionate, high-quality care to patients of all ages presenting with acute and chronic conditions.

With an annual ED volume of about 15,000, you will practice at the top of your license and collaborate with a dedicated care team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program.
• Eligible for or licensed to practice in Vermont, with prescriptive authority.
• National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA) as applicable.
• One year of clinical experience required; emergency or urgent care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in the ED.
• Perform EMTALA screening exams and provide care across all age groups in ED standards.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostics to support clinical decisions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and specialists to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care and referrals.

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Vermont license with prescriptive authority

National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)

Job description

Nurse Practitioner

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 clinical expertise supports timely, high-quality care in a growing, community-focused Emergency Department.

About This Role

As an Emergency Department Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) at NVRH, you will deliver comprehensive care to patients of all ages presenting with acute and chronic conditions.

With an annual volume of approximately 15,000 visits, our Emergency Department offers a dynamic and engaging clinical environment where you can practice at the top of your license while building strong relationships with patients and the care team.

NVRH is currently investing in the future of emergency care through our West Wing Expansion Project, the largest facility upgrade since the hospital opened. This project will expand and modernize the Emergency Department, increasing treatment capacity and enhancing patient and provider workflows, creating an even stronger environment for high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions, including performing assessments, ordering diagnostics, and delivering evidence-based treatment
• Perform EMTALA screening exams and provide care across all age groups in accordance with emergency department standards
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostics to support clinical decision-making
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and specialists to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care and appropriate referrals

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Eligible for or currently licensed to practice in the State of Vermont, with prescriptive authority (NP or PA)
• National certification required (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA as applicable)
• One year of clinical experience required; emergency or urgent care experience preferred

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 healthy, mentally healthy, and financially secure communities. NVRH serves more than 33,000 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 for benefit-eligible positions, including:

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

Build a meaningful career where you can grow your skills right alongside our expanding Emergency Department.