Registered Nurse ICU

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Gym membership

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, VT seeks an ICU Registered Nurse to deliver high-acuity, patient-centered care in our four-bed ICU, including monitoring, ventilator support, and hemodynamics management.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, document accurately in the EMR, and mentor new staff while supporting patients and families through critical illness. Join a community-focused hospital that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and ongoing

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved RN program.
• Current Vermont RN license or multi-state compact license.
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association).
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire.
• Critical care course completed within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-acuity critical care, monitor cardiac status and hemodynamics, manage ventilators, administer meds, and respond to emergencies.
• Promote clinical safety and best practices; document in EMR; maintain ICU equipment safety; support infection prevention and quality initiatives.
• Support patient and family education from admission to discharge; assist with discharge planning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team; mentor new staff; participate in meetings and cross-training.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

RN licensure (VT or multi-state)

BLS certification

ACLS within 6 months

Critical care course within 1 year

Job description

Registered Nurse ICU

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 critical care expertise directly shapes patient outcomes in our close-knit, four-bed Intensive Care Unit.

About This Role

As an ICU RN at NVRH, you’ll provide high‑acuity, comprehensive nursing care to patients requiring intensive monitoring and complex intervention. You will work with a broad patient population, delivering specialized, compassionate care during critical illness.

This role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your skill set in a critical access hospital, where teamwork, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care drive every decision.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver High‑Quality Critical Care
  Provide comprehensive ICU assessments, manage cardiac monitoring and hemodynamics, administer medications safely, perform IV/venipuncture skills, support airway and ventilator management, and respond rapidly to sepsis, shock, and other emergencies.
• Promote Clinical Safety & Best Practices
  Follow AACN and NVRH protocols; ensure accurate, timely EMR documentation; maintain safe operation of ICU equipment; uphold infection prevention standards; and contribute to quality and performance improvement initiatives.
• Support Patient & Family Education
  Offer clear, compassionate education from admission through discharge, guide families during high-stress situations, and collaborate on safe, effective discharge planning.
• Collaborate, Lead & Mentor
  Work closely with the interdisciplinary team, support new staff onboarding, foster a positive and professional work environment, and participate in meetings, initiatives, and cross-training efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved RN School of Nursing
• Current Vermont RN license or multi-state compact RN license
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire
• Completion of a critical care course within 1 year of hire

Preferred:

• PALS certification
• Critical Care or related specialty certification
• Experience in an ICU or high‑acuity clinical setting

About NVRH

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH) is a not-for-profit, community-focused critical access hospital located in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, at the heart of the Northeast Kingdom. Known for its natural beauty and four-season recreational activities, the region offers an exceptional quality of life.

NVRH provides a full range of services, including primary care, specialty care, surgical services, inpatient care, and 24/7 physician-staffed emergency services. We employ over 700 dedicated staff and proudly serve more than 30,000 residents throughout Caledonia and southern Essex counties.

Why Join Our Team?

Joining NVRH means joining a team deeply committed to exceptional patient care—and to your professional growth. We offer:

• Competitive compensation with shift differentials
• Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Free gym membership
• Affordable and comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plan choices
• 401(k) with company match
• And much more!

At NVRH, you’ll make a real difference in your community while advancing your nursing career in a supportive, collaborative environment.