RN or LPN - Memory Care Unit (Full-Time Days)

Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing | Middlebury, Vermont

Full-Time | 36 Hours per Week | Day Shift (6:45 AM - 3:15 PM) | Rotating Weekends

Build Meaningful Connections While Advancing Your Nursing Career

Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing, part of the University of Vermont Health Network and Porter Medical Center, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Memory Care Unit on the day shift.

If you're looking for a rewarding nursing career where you can truly get to know your residents, work alongside a collaborative healthcare team, and make a difference every day, we'd love to meet you. Our Memory Care Unit provides specialized care for residents living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment focused on dignity, purpose, and quality of life.

Located in scenic Middlebury, Vermont, Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing is known for delivering exceptional skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services while maintaining a warm, home-like atmosphere for residents and staff alike.

Position Details

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing, Middlebury, VT
Schedule: Full-Time, 36 Hours per Week
Shift: Days, 6:45 AM - 3:15 PM
Weekend Requirement: Rotating Weekends
Unit: Memory Care

Why Join Our Memory Care Team?

Memory care nursing is about more than clinical skills. It's about building trust, creating moments of connection, and helping residents live with comfort and dignity.

As a full-time member of our nursing team, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful impact in residents' daily lives
• Build lasting relationships with residents and families
• Work with a supportive interdisciplinary team
• Develop expertise in dementia and memory care
• Enjoy a consistent day-shift schedule
• Grow your nursing career within the University of Vermont Health Network

What You'll Do

As an RN or LPN on our Memory Care Unit, you will:

• Provide skilled nursing care to residents with Alzheimer's disease and other memory-related conditions
• Assess, monitor, and document resident health status and changes in condition
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders
• Promote resident safety, comfort, and well-being
• Collaborate with nursing assistants, providers, rehabilitation staff, and other members of the care team
• Communicate effectively with families and caregivers
• Support person-centered care plans that honor each resident's preferences and needs
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Contribute to a positive, compassionate, and team-focused culture

Qualifications

RN Candidates

• Current Vermont Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility for Vermont licensure

LPN Candidates

• Current Vermont Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or eligibility for Vermont licensure

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in memory care, dementia care, long-term care, skilled nursing, assisted living, rehabilitation, hospital, or acute care settings
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, resident-centered care
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team

Benefits of Full-Time Employment May Include:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness resources
• Career advancement throughout the University of Vermont Health Network
• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Meaningful, mission-driven work

About Middlebury, Vermont

Middlebury offers an exceptional quality of life with beautiful mountain views, vibrant local culture, outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and a welcoming community. Whether you're a lifelong Vermont resident or considering relocation, Middlebury is a wonderful place to build your career and enjoy a healthy work-life balance.

Apply Today

If you're an RN or LPN looking for a fulfilling full-time day shift opportunity where your clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to quality care will be valued, we encourage you to apply.

Join Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing and help enrich the lives of residents while growing your nursing career with one of Vermont's most respected healthcare organizations.