Nursing Jobs in Essex, VT
$84,240 - $123,357 / year
Salary $ 84,240/ yr - $ 123,357 / yr Overview Now Hiring: RN Unit Manager Weekly Pay | Leadership Opportunity | Gas Allowance Lead with Compassion. Inspire Excellence. At Elderwood at Burlington , our mission is simple: People Caring for People. We believe outstanding resident care begins with exceptional nursing leadership. As an RN Unit Manager, you'll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, mentor fellow nurses, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents every day. If you're an experienced RN who enjoys coaching others, building strong teams, and creating a culture of excellence, we'd love to welcome you to our leadership team. We're currently seeking a Full-Time RN Unit Manager to join our growing clinical leadership team. Why Join Elderwood? Weekly Pay Schedule – get paid every week! New! Gas Allowance Stipend and/or Ferry Reimbursement for eligible commuters Competitive pay based on your experience Tuition Assistance Program Generous Employee Referral Bonuses 401(k) with Employer Match Comprehensive Health Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more RN Unit Manager Overview As our RN Unit Manager, you'll provide both clinical and operational leadership for your assigned nursing unit. You'll oversee resident care, support and develop your nursing team, collaborate with interdisciplinary departments, and help ensure every resident receives compassionate, high-quality care in a safe and welcoming environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RN who is passionate about leadership, mentorship, and making a lasting difference. What You'll Do Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized nursing care plans. Coordinate resident care alongside physicians, therapists, social services, and the interdisciplinary care team. Mentor, coach, and support nursing staff while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture. Oversee the day-to-day operations of your nursing unit to ensure quality care and regulatory compliance. Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming environment for residents, families, visitors, and staff. Assist with hiring, onboarding, staff development, scheduling, and performance management. Monitor clinical documentation, resident outcomes, and quality initiatives. Participate in leadership meetings and continuing education opportunities. Encourage innovation, recognize outstanding staff performance, and continuously look for ways to improve resident care and employee engagement. What We're Looking For Current Vermont RN license (or eligibility through reciprocity). Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience. At least one (1) year of nursing leadership or supervisory experience. Long-term care or geriatric nursing experience preferred. Dementia care experience is a plus. BSN preferred. Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills. A collaborative leader who builds trust, mentors others, and creates an environment where employees can thrive. Passion for delivering exceptional, resident-centered care. Make an Impact Every Day At Elderwood, leadership is more than managing a unit—it's about building relationships, empowering your team, and creating an environment where residents receive the exceptional care they deserve. If you're ready to grow your nursing leadership career with an organization that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and discover why so many nurses choose to build their careers at Elderwood at Burlington. Join Our Team Are you looking to take the next step in your career? Responsibilities RN Unit Manager Responsibilities As an RN Unit Manager, you'll play a vital leadership role in creating a positive, resident-centered environment while supporting your nursing team and partnering with interdisciplinary departments to deliver exceptional care. In this role, you will: Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of individualized nursing care plans for residents. Coordinate with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive, high-quality resident care. Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and mentorship to nursing staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment. Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming unit that promotes the well-being of both residents and employees. Monitor clinical outcomes, documentation, and regulatory compliance to ensure quality standards are consistently met. Participate in hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management of nursing staff. Attend leadership meetings, required education, and professional development opportunities. Encourage innovation, continuous improvement, and staff engagement to enhance resident care and team satisfaction. Recognize and celebrate team accomplishments while helping cultivate a positive workplace culture built on trust, respect, and accountability. From Up to Qualifications RN Unit Manager Qualifications We're looking for a compassionate nurse leader who enjoys mentoring others and is committed to delivering exceptional resident care. Qualified candidates will have: Current Vermont Registered Nurse (RN) license (or eligibility for licensure through reciprocity). Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience. At least one (1) year of nursing leadership or supervisory experience. Experience or a genuine passion for caring for older adults; dementia care experience is a plus. Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Strong leadership, communication, organization, and critical thinking skills. Ability to effectively supervise staff, coordinate resident care, and build collaborative relationships with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members. A leadership style that inspires trust, encourages professional growth, recognizes employee contributions, and promotes a culture of excellence and accountability. This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level. EOE Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Birthing Center Part Time Standard Hours: 24 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 48 Shift: Night-8-12Hr Primary Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Jessica Stafford Unit Description: Labor & Delivery at UVMMC supports our network and region by performing 2,200 to 2,300 deliveries per year with 11 rooms and 2 operating rooms in-unit! On-call: 16 hours in a 4-week schedule. Links: The Vermont Children's Hospital - Children's Hospital | The University of Vermont Health Network (uvmhealth.org) This is a bargaining union position. 
Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Post Anesthesia Care & Recovery Room Full Time Standard Hours: 36 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: Shift: Day/Eve-8-12Hr Primary Shift: - Weekend Needs: As Scheduled Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Meagan Eastman Unit Description: As a PACU Nurse in our 35-bay recovery unit supporting the Operating Room, you will be responsible for treating a diverse patient population with a variety of conditions who are both inpatient and outpatient. As we are a level 1 trauma center, we see patients for surgeries within all service lines. Experience as an RN in critical care preferred. On-call: Required This is a bargaining union position. Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Operating Room-Main Campus Shift: Day/Eve-10Hr Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Meagan Eastman Unit Description: As a nurse in the Operating Room at The University of Vermont Medical Center you are working in a level 1 trauma center seeing all service lines within the OR. Nurses have the opportunity to work in a collaborative atmosphere and join a specialty team such as the heart, ortho or neuro team as well as working with our Davinci robots. Prior Operating Room experience required. On-call: Required Incentives: Candidates may be eligible for up to a $20K RN Sign-On Bonus for full-time (pro-rated for part time). This is a bargaining union position. Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Mother Baby Unit - Baird 7 Full Time Standard Hours: 36 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 72 Shift: Night/Day-12Hr Primary Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Jessica Stafford Unit Description: As an RN in our 31-bed Mother & Baby Unit, you will provide care for a wide variety of antepartum, postpartum, and newborn patients. We see approximately 4,400 patients each year. While the majority of our patients are healthy postpartum mothers and healthy newborns, we also take care of sick mothers who are experiencing complications, high-risk antepartum patients, pre-term patients, and those who have experienced pregnancy loss. On-call: Not required. This is a bargaining union position. Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Resource Staff Full Time Standard Hours: 36 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 72 Shift: Night-12Hr Primary Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $22.93 Mid $28.19 Max $33.44 Recruiter: Jaclyn Kimak The Nursing Assistant is responsible for specific aspects of direct and indirect patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Required Qualifications: High School diploma or GED preferred. LNA, licensed in Vermont. 1 year of relevant experience in comparable setting (Hospital, Long term care facility, Acute/Subacute Rehabilitation Facility). This is a bargaining union position. Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Resource Staff Part Time Standard Hours: 24 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 48 Shift: Day-12Hr Primary Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $22.93 Mid $28.19 Max $33.44 Recruiter: Jaclyn Kimak The Nursing Assistant is responsible for specific aspects of direct and indirect patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Required Qualifications: High School diploma or GED preferred. LNA, licensed in Vermont. 1 year of relevant experience in comparable setting (Hospital, Long term care facility, Acute/Subacute Rehabilitation Facility). This is a bargaining union position. Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Neurosurgery Full Time Standard Hours: 36 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 72 Shift: Day Primary Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Elke Janeway Unit Description: As a Neurology Nurse in this progressive care unit, you’ll care for a diverse patient population with a range of needs to build or enhance your nursing practice. Our patient population consists of neurology, neurosurgery, gynecologic surgery, ENT, and other medical patients. Our 3-bed neuro step-down unit offers a unique opportunity to care for our more complex patients. On-call: Not required. This is a bargaining union position. 