Registered Nurse - ICU

Unit Description: The Registered Nurse (RN) in the CVMC Intensive Care Unit (ICU) as part of our Critical Care Team is responsible for direct and indirect professional nursing care to patients including:Provides direct care to assigned patients in conformance with hospital policies, professional standards, physician orders, and approved plan of care.Responsible for indirect nursing functions and activities of assigned nursing personnel.Serves as patient advocate.Provides teaching, counseling and emotional comfort to patients and family members.Functions within limits of Vermont Nurse Practice Act, Code of Ethics for Nurses, and hospital and nursing department policies and procedures. Supports philosophy, objectives, and goals of nursing department. Nursing process will be utilized in the provision of patient care.EXPERIENCEOne year of experience of ICU experience to be proficient in all phases of assigned duties.On-call: Not required. Requirements: Current RN licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required. Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies 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 Time Off Joining our team has its perks: We encourage professional growth and development We ensure our nurses are truly happy and feel valued We offer structured preceptorships and continuing education We are committed to great patient ratios Our team culture is unlike what you'll find at other hospitals We've made significant investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment Nurses truly have a voice here through our shared governance About the area: Berlin, VT, located centrally in Vermont, is just minutes from the capital city, Montpelier. Our historical downtown areas feature a wonderful and unique assortment of local shopping opportunities, not to mention the many farmers' markets, pick-your-own-fields and community supported agriculture programs (CSAs). Within a state that boasts 52 state parks, 800 lakes and over 7,000 miles of rivers and streams, you'll find an abundance of opportunities for hiking, skiing, camping, fishing, sailing, swimming and more. If you're planning to relocate with your family in tow, Vermont is known for its high-quality public education and its well-established private schools. And whether you've always envisioned living in an old farmhouse or a historic Victorian, or building your dream house with your family, Vermont has plenty of real estate opportunities. With exciting signing incentives and relocation assistance, moving to Vermont has never been an easier decision.