About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Graduate Resident Nurse for the Neurosciences Critical Care / Progressive Care Unit in Burlington, VT. This is a full-time position that includes enrollment in a Nurse Residency Program during the first year, structured clinical and educational time, and eligibility for a sign-on bonus (terms apply).

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What You’ll Do

You will provide direct patient care under RN supervision while developing critical-care clinical judgment and leadership skills during your residency year.

• Provide safe, patient-centered nursing care using the nursing process.
• Conduct systematic patient and family assessments and develop culturally competent plans of care.
• Administer medications and treatments, assist with care coordination, and direct assistive personnel when appropriate.
• Deliver age-appropriate care for adult/neurosciences patients in a progressive/critical care setting.
• Participate in the unit’s Nurse Residency Program, clinical training, and competency evaluations.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and educate patients and families.
• Contribute to quality improvement, regulatory readiness, and unit-based initiatives.

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Essential Qualifications

• Graduate of a state‑approved or accredited School of Nursing. BSN preferred.
• Current license to practice professional nursing in Vermont, or eligibility for licensure/compact licensure in Vermont. Graduating nursing students must provide NCLEX registration documentation when eligible.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 0–1 years of related experience (entry-level). Basic computer literacy and ability to use web-based applications.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, lifelong learning, and professional standards.

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• BSN degree.
• Experience or clinical rotation exposure to neuroscience, progressive care, or intensive care settings.
• Familiarity with unit-based competencies and emergency skill maintenance.

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Pay & Benefits

• Pay Range: $37.00 - $37.00 per hour (base hourly wage).
• Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus (example: up to $10,000) subject to program terms and conditions — inquire for details.
• Compensation may vary based on experience, education, shift differentials, and other lawful factors. Additional benefits and total rewards will be provided by the hiring organization.

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Workplace Policies & Requirements

• Applicants must comply with Confidential Client policies, standards of behavior, confidentiality, and regulatory requirements.
• As a healthcare employer, Confidential Client may require seasonal influenza vaccination or other job-related health requirements consistent with facility policy and applicable law.
• This role requires adherence to professional nursing practice, team collaboration, and ongoing competency evaluation.

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Why Apply

• Structured Nurse Residency Program to support transition to practice.
• Hands-on learning in a neurosciences progressive/critical care environment.
• Supportive interdisciplinary teams and opportunities for professional growth.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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