Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,566 per week in Newport, VT

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department (ER RN)

Job Summary

North Country Hospital, a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital located in Newport, Vermont, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse for a 13-week contract assignment. This role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive emergency care within a close-knit community hospital setting in the scenic Northeast Kingdom.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the rapid assessment, stabilization, and treatment of a diverse patient population presenting with various medical and traumatic emergencies. This position requires a dedicated professional capable of thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while maintaining a patient-centered approach to care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform rapid and comprehensive patient assessments, including triage, for patients presenting to the Emergency Department.
• Implement and monitor nursing care plans for patients experiencing medical emergencies, trauma, and acute illnesses.
• Administer medications, perform treatments, and assist with procedures as ordered by physicians.
• Monitor vital signs, interpret cardiac rhythms, and manage life-sustaining equipment.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, other nurses, and ancillary staff to ensure coordinated and efficient patient care.
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate and thorough electronic health records documentation.
• Respond to codes and critical situations with prompt and appropriate interventions.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Vermont or compact state license.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an Emergency Department setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in emergency assessment, triage, and intervention.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-stress environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competency in EKG interpretation, IV insertion, and medication administration.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts (e.g., 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM or 1:00 PM - 1:00 AM).
• Days per Week: 3 days per week, guaranteeing 72 hours bi-weekly.
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend required.
• Contract Length: 13 weeks.
• Start Date: August 31, 2026.

Licensing Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Vermont.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.