Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital – St. Johnsbury, Vermont

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH) is seeking an LPN for our 20-bed Med Surg unit, where you'll provide essential patient care within the scope of your license. As a Licensed Practical Nurse at NVRH's Med/Surg unit, you'll work under the guidance and supervision of Registered Nurses to deliver direct nursing care to a diverse patient population, including medical, surgical, outpatient, observation, swing bed, and pediatric patients. This rewarding role offers hands-on clinical experience with the mentorship and support that comes from working in a critical access hospital where every team member makes a meaningful difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care using the nursing process to assess, plan, and implement care for medical, surgical, pediatric, and swing bed patients, including completing initial and shift assessments, monitoring patient conditions, and communicating findings to the RN Clinical Lead
• Administer medications safely and accurately following the five rights of drug administration, including IM and PO medications, IV therapy management, blood product administration, and completing all required documentation in electronic systems
• Deliver patient and family education by reviewing and implementing teaching interventions, evaluating understanding of disease processes and treatments, incorporating education into daily care, and accessing appropriate educational materials and resources
Operate medical equipment and support unit operations independently, including troubleshooting equipment issues, participating in staff orientation and quality improvement initiatives, and maintaining an expanded scope of practice that includes IV initiation, urinary catheterization, discharge planning, and assisting with specialized procedures

Required Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of a School of Practical Nursing
• Experience: Entry-level position available - new LPN graduates are encouraged to apply. One year of acute care experience preferred
• Licensure: Current Vermont Licensed Practical Nurse license required.
• Certifications: Current BLS (Basic Life Support) from the American Heart Association required

Ability to safely move, lift, and handle supplies and equipment

About NVRH

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is located in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, in the beautiful Northeast Kingdom. We are a community, not-for-profit, acute care, critical access hospital serving over 33,000 people in Caledonia and southern Essex Counties. NVRH is one of only two Vermont hospitals designated Baby Friendly™ by the World Health Organization. Our organization provides comprehensive care, including primary and preventive care, surgical and specialty services, inpatient and outpatient care, as well as 24-hour, physician-staffed emergency services. We are committed to creating healthy, thriving communities through comprehensive healthcare and community partnerships.

Why Join Our Team?

Join our healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional services to your community at NVRH! We offer competitive compensation featuring enticing benefits such as student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, a complimentary gym membership, affordable health, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) with company matching, and additional perks. Discover a fulfilling career with us where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying comprehensive rewards and support.