Registered Nurse - Pre-op/PACU

UVM Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare team as a nurse at UVM Health Network in Berlin, VT. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support patients pre-operation and in recovery. With a $10K sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, this position emphasizes professional development and a unique team culture.

Benefits

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Benefits (403b)

Insurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, Short-Term)

Paid Time Off

Professional growth and development opportunities

Structured preceptorships

Commitment to optimal patient ratios

Shared governance

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure recognized by the State of Vermont is required.
• Appropriate experience in the specific clinical area.
• Active participation in continuing education opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive and caring environment for patients.
• Assist with procedures and complete follow-up calls.
• Work in Pre-op and PACU units, managing patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Experience

Communication

Education

Current RN licensure in Vermont

Job description

Unit Description: As a nurse in our Pre-op and PACU units, you will have the opportunity to create a supportive and caring environment for our patients undergoing procedures. This role involves working in our PAT office (calling patients for surgical education), Pre-op, PACU, Phase 2 recovery, assisting with procedures, and completing follow-up calls. Our pre-op area has 5-10 beds, and the PACU/Phase 2 areas have 14 beds.

On-call: Required

Incentives: $10K RN Sign-On Bonus for full-time (pro-rated for part-time).

Requirements:

• Current RN licensure recognized by the State of Vermont is required.
• Appropriate experience in the specific clinical area, varying 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 Off

Joining our team has its perks:

• Encouragement of professional growth and development
• Focus on nurse satisfaction and feeling valued
• Structured preceptorships and continuing education opportunities
• Commitment to optimal patient ratios
• Unique team culture unlike other hospitals
• Investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment
• Nurses have a voice through shared governance

About the area:

Berlin, VT, centrally located in Vermont, is just minutes from Montpelier, the state capital. The area offers local shopping, farmers' markets, pick-your-own farms, and community-supported agriculture programs. Vermont boasts 52 state parks, 800 lakes, and over 7,000 miles of rivers and streams, providing abundant outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, camping, fishing, sailing, and swimming.

If relocating, Vermont offers high-quality public education and private schools. The real estate market includes options from historic farmhouses and Victorians to building your dream home. With signing incentives and relocation assistance, moving to Vermont is an excellent choice.