RN (Surgical Services) - Per Diem

Springfield Hospital, Inc

Springfield Hospital

Springfield, Vermont

Posted Aug 3

Unit and setting: OR · Hospital
License: RN license Active Vermont Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing or compact state RN license in good standing.
Term: Per Diem

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License: Active Vermont Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing or compact state RN license in good standing. Check your license
Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
Certification: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Certification: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing
Also asks: Aseptic technique
Also asks: Scrub and circulating nurse skills for various services _(within six (6) months of hire)_
Also asks: Basic Dysrhythmia
Also asks: Nursing Care Knowledge through the lifespan.
Also asks: Effective people skills and communication.
Also asks: Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office products.
Also asks: Proficiency in the use of technology in care delivery.

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Experience: Six (6) months of nursing experience is desirable for specialty areas.
Also asks: De-escalation training _(preferred)_

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Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k with employer match
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance

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Paid time off
Referral bonuses

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Springfield Hospital, Inc

Hospital: Springfield Hospital
Address: PO BOX 2003, SPRINGFIELD, VT, 05156
Beds: 25

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RN (Surgical Services) - Per Diem

Springfield, VT Nursing

Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) will

Provide nursing care to patients following the Scope and Standards of Nursing Practice, within the framework of the Department of Nursing, and in conjunction with Specialty-Specific Standards of Patient Care.
Utilize the Nursing Process to make nursing judgments and assumes responsibilities for nursing care and documentation to include delegation of work to other levels of employees.
Ensure practice meets compliance with all applicable State and Federal laws, regulations, and policies governing the provision of health care.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing
Active Vermont Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing or compact state RN license in good standing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Aseptic technique
Scrub and circulating nurse skills for various services (within six (6) months of hire)
Basic Dysrhythmia
De-escalation training (preferred)
Six (6) months of nursing experience is desirable for specialty areas.
Nursing Care Knowledge through the lifespan.
Effective people skills and communication.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office products.
Proficiency in the use of technology in care delivery.

Salary Range: The base rate for this position is $35.13 - $57.64 per hour. The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education and experience of the successful candidate.

Springfield Hospital is proud to offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, 401k with an employer match, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, and referral bonuses. Employees are part of a close-knit, mission-driven team that values collaboration and growth.

Salary Description

$35.13 - $57.64 per hour

What's around it?

In Springfield, VT

Springfield, VTFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 2% below the US average

Median rent: $818/mo
Household income: $46,760/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Springfield, VT

NeighborhoodsResidential areas in Springfield range from historic downtown streets along the Black River to quieter outlying pockets like North Springfield. Downtown offers walkable proximity to Main Street shops and preserved industrial-era buildings, while neighborhoods extending toward River Street, Clinton Street, and Church Street feature older single-family homes and duplexes. For medical staff wanting more pastoral surroundings, rural roads spread toward the outskirts near Crown Point and Muckross State Park, while neighboring towns like Chester and Weathersfield provide classic village and country alternatives.

Residential areas in Springfield range from historic downtown streets along the Black River to quieter outlying pockets like North Springfield. Downtown offers walkable proximity to Main Street shops and preserved industrial-era buildings, while neighborhoods extending toward River Street, Clinton Street, and Church Street feature older single-family homes and duplexes.

For medical staff wanting more pastoral surroundings, rural roads spread toward the outskirts near Crown Point and Muckross State Park, while neighboring towns like Chester and Weathersfield provide classic village and country alternatives.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: springfield802.com Source 2: springfieldvt.gov Source 3: springfieldvt.com

Getting aroundSpringfield is distinctly car-dependent, with everyday errands and hospital commuting requiring a personal vehicle. Route 11 serves as the central east-west arterial through town, linking Clinton Street and River Street directly to Interstate 91 and across the Connecticut River into Charlestown, New Hampshire. Healthcare workers commuting to regional medical facilities must contend with unpaved secondary roads, steep hills, and winter driving conditions where four-wheel drive and dedicated studded snow tires are considered essential equipment.

Springfield is distinctly car-dependent, with everyday errands and hospital commuting requiring a personal vehicle. Route 11 serves as the central east-west arterial through town, linking Clinton Street and River Street directly to Interstate 91 and across the Connecticut River into Charlestown, New Hampshire.

Healthcare workers commuting to regional medical facilities must contend with unpaved secondary roads, steep hills, and winter driving conditions where four-wheel drive and dedicated studded snow tires are considered essential equipment.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: erieri.com Source 2: youtube.com Source 3: sevendaysvt.com

OutdoorsOutdoor recreation is anchored by the 3.2-mile paved Toonerville Rail Trail, which tracks the Black River from downtown out toward the Connecticut River and Goulds Mill Falls. Hikers and trail runners utilize the forested paths of Muckross State Park, the Red Loop at Hartness Park, and the multi-use network surrounding North Springfield Lake and the Springweather Nature Area. Water sports thrive during warmer months, featuring open swimming and picnics at Stoughton Pond, boat launches at Hoyts Landing, and paddling down the Connecticut River along Wilgus State Forest Park.

Outdoor recreation is anchored by the 3.2-mile paved Toonerville Rail Trail, which tracks the Black River from downtown out toward the Connecticut River and Goulds Mill Falls. Hikers and trail runners utilize the forested paths of Muckross State Park, the Red Loop at Hartness Park, and the multi-use network surrounding North Springfield Lake and the Springweather Nature Area.

Water sports thrive during warmer months, featuring open swimming and picnics at Stoughton Pond, boat launches at Hoyts Landing, and paddling down the Connecticut River along Wilgus State Forest Park.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: springfieldvt.com Source 2: sevendaysvt.com Source 3: springfield802.com

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Living in Springfield

Springfield offers relocating nurses an authentic, grounded alternative to Vermont's manicured resort towns. Once the beating heart of Vermont's 'Precision Valley' machine tool industry, this Black River community is channeling revitalization grants and local energy into renovated historic storefronts, dining, and scenic river trails. Living here means unwinding with coffee at the Black River Coffee Bar overlooking the falls, running along the paved 3.2-mile Toonerville Rail Trail, or taking a summer swim at Stoughton Pond. Unlike many rural towns in Windsor County that rely on distant state police coverage, Springfield provides the security of round-the-clock municipal police, fire, and ambulance crews. Housing is among the most accessible in the county, though rental vacancy is low and older properties often require updates. Daily life is distinctly car-dependent; navigating Route 11 and Interstate 91 during long winter stretches calls for four-wheel drive and studded snow tires. For medical professionals seeking genuine small-town roots, abundant outdoor escapes, and honest value, Springfield presents a practical, scenic landing spot.

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As of 2026Source 1: springfield802.com Source 2: sevendaysvt.com Source 3: springfieldvt.com Source 4: youtube.com Source 5: thehonestlocal.com

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Springfield, VTFrom Census ACS 2024.