University of Vermont Health - Elizabethtown Community Hospital

The Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the management of patient care, utilizing the nursing process to access, plan, implement and evaluate patient outcomes in the Emergency Room. Qualifications / Job Requirements: Education / Skills Required: • Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. • Currently licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in NYS. • Must be able to pass Critical Care exam within one month of employment or have current CEN certificate. Past Emergency Department experience preferred. • One year past medical/surgical experience as an RN. • Meets requirements of physical pre-placement screening. • Experience working in ambulatory care setting or physician office practice, supervisory experience. • Must possess a high level of interpersonal skills to interact with patients, patient's families, staff and management. • Must be highly motivated, able to work outside the normal working hours as volume demands. • Must be able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously. • Must possess the ability to collaborate with other health personnel. • Must have strong organizational skills Requirements: Current RN licensure recognized by the State of New York 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: Elizabethtown, New York is a quaint, historic town in Essex County surrounded by the beautiful Adirondack Mountains and Lake Champlain. The area offers small town charm, recreational activities, and easy access to many area attractions. Whether you are looking for adventure, escape, or spectacular scenery, you will find it in the Adirondacks. New York State's highest peaks have long been a draw for athletes, nature lovers and artists. Nearby Lake Champlain and the rolling Adirondack foothills offer scenic vistas and family-owned farms, in addition to sailing and paddling. To the west is Lake Placid, host of the 1980 Olympic Games and, more recently, the 2023 FISU World University Games. This focal point of upstate New York boasts amazing restaurants, premier shopping, and relaxing spas. Elizabethtown is nestled between the Adirondack High Peaks and Lake Champlain. It is a family-friendly community with easy access to outdoor activities and nearby attractions. Hiking, cycling, and mountain biking; downhill, cross-country and backcountry skiing; rock and ice climbing; paddling, sailing and more are just minutes from your door. With exciting relocation and signing incentives and assistance, moving to upstate New York has never been an easier decision.