Registered Nurse - Inpatient Psychiatry

University of Vermont Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Benefits (403b)

Insurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, 0

Paid time Off

Signing incentives

Relocation assistance

Professional growth

Preceptorships

Continuing education

Job summary

University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, VT is seeking an Inpatient Psychiatric RN to join our dedicated care team on two locked units serving voluntary and involuntary patients. You will participate in treatment plans, rounds, and assessments as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Candidates must hold an RN license (VT or compact) and have ADN; BSN preferred. We offer comprehensive benefits, professional development, and a supportive culture with strong patient ratios.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by Vermont.
• ADN required, BSN preferred.
• Appropriate experience in psychiatric/acute care varies by unit.

Skills

RN licensure

Team collaboration

Treatment planning

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

Unit Description:

Inpatient Psychiatric RNs work on both of our mental health care units: a 16-bed locked unit that cares for both voluntary & involuntary individuals and a 12-bed locked unit designed primarily for voluntary individuals requiring acute mental health care. Our RNs actively participate in treatment plans, treatment rounds, psychiatric assessment and care, along with medical/surgical assessment and care. This position is part of the multidisciplinary team comprised of MHT/LNAs, RNs, Providers, Social Worker/Case Managers, and Group Therapists. RNs are trained to cover the Charge RN role and to precept.

On-call:

Not required.

Requirements:

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

Our Total Rewards Package includes:

• Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Benefits (403b)
• Insurance Benefits (Life, Long‑Term, Short‑Term)
• Paid time Time Off

Joining our team has its perks:

• 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

About the Area

Located in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont, you'll find all of the amenities of the best small cities, alongside the very best skiing and riding in the east (with six ski resorts within an hour of downtown). In Burlington, everyone can truly find what they're looking for to unwind; from Nordic skiing to mountain biking to backcountry touring.

Burlington has a robust food and music scene, with entertainment options for all ages. Designated the "Healthiest City in the USA" by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Burlington ranked highest in exercise, and among the lowest in obesity, diabetes and other indicators of ill health.

We offer a quality of life that is second to none in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont. With exciting signing incentives and relocation assistance, moving to Vermont has never been an easier decision.