Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical / Acute Rehab – Vermont
Start Date: November 23, 2026
Location: Vermont
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 8-hour shifts with every other weekend and holiday rotation as needed. Call duties required (4 hours). Must be available to work two major holiday blocks (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's). No block scheduling accommodations available. 48-hour guarantee not available.
Highlights:
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13-week travel assignment with potential to serve as backup Charge Nurse
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Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4 or 1:5 with an average daily census of 22
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Float between Acute Rehab and Medical Surgical units within scope of practice
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Call-back, holiday, and overtime multipliers at 1.25%; charge differential of $3/hour; call pay of $4/hour
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8-hour non-billable orientation provided
Requirements:
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Active Vermont RN License or Compact License (required at submission)
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Minimum 2 years recent Medical Surgical and Rehab experience (required)
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Charge RN experience (required, non-negotiable)
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Previous travel nursing experience of at least 3 months (required)
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing / BSN (preferred)
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Current American Heart Association BLS certification (required)
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Current American Heart Association ACLS certification (required)
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Current Medical Surgical skills checklist within the past year (required)
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At least one supervisory-signed reference from within the past two years (required)
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Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility
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Must have personal vehicle for reliable transportation (firm requirement)
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Willingness to accept call responsibilities and float to any unit within scope of practice
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Availability for required holiday blocks; limited time-off requests (maximum 5 days, noted at submission)
Responsibilities:
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Coordinate total nursing care for patients across Medical Surgical and Acute Rehab settings
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Participate actively in patient and family education
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Provide nursing leadership and work collaboratively with ancillary staff and interdisciplinary team members
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Maintain professional standards of nursing practice in the clinical environment
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Serve as backup Charge Nurse when requested
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced travel nurse to expand their leadership skills in a community healthcare setting. You'll work in a collaborative environment that values professional nursing standards while gaining valuable charge experience. This role offers diverse clinical exposure across Medical Surgical and Acute Rehab populations, allowing you to broaden your skill set in a supportive team atmosphere.
Important Note: All scheduling requests, time-off needs, and availability must be communicated at the time of application. Requests made after submission may result in offer rescission. Attendance policy is strictly enforced.
