RN Med Surg | Saint Albans, Vermont
Job Description
Job Description
Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
Provide expert hospice nursing care in a dynamic home health and inpatient hospice setting in Saint Albans, VT. This contract position offers a unique opportunity to work within a compassionate interdisciplinary team dedicated to end-of-life care across multiple environments including home, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living, and an inpatient respite house.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of 12-14 hospice patients in home settings or care for 5-7 patients per shift at the inpatient respite house
- Deliver comprehensive symptom management and patient education focused on comfort and quality of life
- Conduct thorough end-of-life care assessments, initiate goals-of-care discussions, and collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams
- Administer medications via varied routes including IV, subcutaneous, oral, and rectal
- Utilize specialized equipment such as CADD pumps, feeding pumps, suction devices, and respiratory support tools
- Document patient care accurately in the Net Smart system following thorough orientation and onboarding
- Adhere to strict protocols and maintain strong communication utilizing agency-issued technology
- Participate in rotating weekend and weekday shifts, covering a service area including Chittenden and Grand Isle counties as needed
Qualifications and Experience:
- Current RN licensure (RN-MS preferred)
- 3 to 5 years of clinical nursing experience with demonstrated hospice or palliative care expertise
- BLS certification required
- Skilled in pain management, symptom control, and end-of-life care planning
- Strong critical thinking and communication skills to educate patients and caregivers
- Comfortable working independently and managing complex care scenarios
- Willingness to float between home hospice and inpatient settings as required
Location Insight:Saint Albans, Vermont, offers a serene, community-focused environment perfect for healthcare professionals who value a balanced lifestyle. Known for its scenic beauty, access to outdoor recreation, and small-town charm, it provides an inviting place to live and serve patients with compassion.
Schedule and Type:
- Contract position
- 12-hour shifts at inpatient setting (day and overnight)
- Weekday shifts at home hospice with weekend rotations
This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced hospice RNs seeking rewarding work in a supportive environment. Apply now to contribute your skills to meaningful patient care at lifes most critical moments.
Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.