PCU / Stepdown
Night Shift PCU/Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Nurse
Location: Newport, VT
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Schedule: Every other weekend rotation
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
Position Overview
The facility is seeking a compassionate and independent nurse for its progressive care unit, medical-surgical, and telemetry services. You'll provide direct patient care, monitor cardiac rhythms, manage post-operative recovery, and support patients with acute medical conditions on the night shift.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver bedside nursing care to patients across PCU, medical-surgical, and telemetry units
- Monitor and interpret telemetry strips; respond to rhythm changes and clinical deterioration
- Assume charge nurse duties and provide leadership to the night shift team
- Float to the emergency department and maternal-child health unit as needed to support census and staffing
- Participate in department quarterly education sessions
Requirements
- Current RN license (Vermont)
- BLS certification required
- Ability to work independently and lead a team
- Willingness to float between units
- Reliable personal transportation (limited public transit in the area)
What to Expect
You'll work in a close-knit healthcare setting serving a rural community. The role offers variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to expand your clinical skills across multiple patient populations. The Newport area offers outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, fishing, and snowmobiling, with a peaceful lifestyle and strong sense of community.