Registered Nurse Operating Room Jobs in Vermont
Registered Nurse Operating Room jobs in Vermont are concentrated in Burlington, South Burlington, and Rutland, where anchor institutions like the University of Vermont Medical Center, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, and Central Vermont Medical Center maintain active surgical programs. Demand is strongest for perioperative nurses with experience in orthopedic, cardiac, and general surgery, with openings at both the staff and senior scrub nurse level. The market is competitive but steady, driven by a small pool of qualified candidates relative to the volume of surgical cases across Vermont's regional hospitals. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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NMC is currently recruiting a Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room. The position is full-time (80 hours bi-weekly), generally M-F 0630-1900. Call rotation - evening, nights, weekends. Northwestern Medical Center’s mission is to provide exceptional health care to our community. Join our high reliability team! With “people” as one of our core values, valuing our employees is a top priority for Northwestern. We care about our employees, their families, and their overall health & well-being. We are proud to offer a generous benefits package, with recognized national carriers, designed to help our people stay healthy, balance work & life responsibilities, protect your assets & plan for a secure financial future.
Hiring Range:
Surgical Tech: $20.44 USD to $28.56 USD
Certified Surg Tech: $23.46 USD - $32.77 USD
For Certified Surgical Tech:Graduate of Surgical Tech program and certified as a Surgical Tech. 3-5 years of experience as a Surgical Tech preferred.
Surgical Technologist
JOB SUMMARY:
The Certified Surgical Technologist assists with providing surgical instrumentation to the surgeon during surgery, pre and post surgery under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, also the care/cleaning of equipment and room pre and post surgical.
PRE-REQUISITES:
Education: LPN Graduate with interest in the operating room and/or graduate from a Surgical Technologist Program. A non-traditional route to establish qualifications may be accepted after review of education and experience.
Experience: Prior experience as an LPN or healthcare professional (i.e. surgical assistant) or one year experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred.
Special Skills: Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to assist surgeons in the scrub role.
Other: Available within 30 minutes of hospital and is willing to take part in on-call rotation.
Certifications: BLS
RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports To: Director, Surgical Services
Supervises: n/a
Other Contacts: Coworkers, Surgeons, Hospital Employees, Patients, Visitors, Vendors
SCOPE:
Machinery or Equipment Used: Handles power and electrical equipment, pulse oximeter, defibrillator and cardiac monitor, computer.
Physical Demands: Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Lifts supplies/equipment. Physical stature sufficient to turn patient without assistance.
Working Conditions: Regularly exposed to the risk of blood-borne diseases. May be exposed to hazardous anesthetic agents, body fluids and wastes. Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment. Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries and illness). Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Handles emergency or crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours. Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.
Required Protective Equipment: Eye protection, face protection, gown, lab coat, non-sterile medical gloves, and utility gloves, sterile medical gloves, lead aprons and vests.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Collaborates as a member of the Surgical Team:
- Adheres to surgical services policies
- Actively participates in staff and patient introduction and "time-out"
- Under the delegation of the RN, performs other duties as needed
2. Communication:
- Reports pertinent and concise information
- Protects confidentiality of patients/colleagues
3. Applies critical thinking skills and considers alternatives:
- Prioritizes tasks/work
- Seeks assistance when needed
4. Functions under the delegation of the RN:
- Maintains patient safety by maintaining integrity of sterile field
5. Preparation of the OR Room:
- Accurately prepares OR rooms with appropriate instruments and sutures
- Opens required items and sets up surgical cases
6. Completes all other duties as assigned.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
NMC is currently recruiting a Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room. The position is full-time (80 hours bi-weekly), generally M-F 0630-1900. Call rotation - evening, nights, weekends. Northwestern Medical Center’s mission is to provide exceptional health care to our community. Join our high reliability team! With “people” as one of our core values, valuing our employees is a top priority for Northwestern. We care about our employees, their families, and their overall health & well-being. We are proud to offer a generous benefits package, with recognized national carriers, designed to help our people stay healthy, balance work & life responsibilities, protect your assets & plan for a secure financial future.
Hiring Range:
Surgical Tech: $20.44 USD to $28.56 USD
Certified Surg Tech: $23.46 USD - $32.77 USD
For Certified Surgical Tech:Graduate of Surgical Tech program and certified as a Surgical Tech. 3-5 years of experience as a Surgical Tech preferred.
Surgical Technologist
JOB SUMMARY:
The Certified Surgical Technologist assists with providing surgical instrumentation to the surgeon during surgery, pre and post surgery under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, also the care/cleaning of equipment and room pre and post surgical.
PRE-REQUISITES:
Education: LPN Graduate with interest in the operating room and/or graduate from a Surgical Technologist Program. A non-traditional route to establish qualifications may be accepted after review of education and experience.
Experience: Prior experience as an LPN or healthcare professional (i.e. surgical assistant) or one year experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred.
Special Skills: Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to assist surgeons in the scrub role.
Other: Available within 30 minutes of hospital and is willing to take part in on-call rotation.
Certifications: BLS
RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports To: Director, Surgical Services
Supervises: n/a
Other Contacts: Coworkers, Surgeons, Hospital Employees, Patients, Visitors, Vendors
SCOPE:
Machinery or Equipment Used: Handles power and electrical equipment, pulse oximeter, defibrillator and cardiac monitor, computer.
Physical Demands: Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Lifts supplies/equipment. Physical stature sufficient to turn patient without assistance.
Working Conditions: Regularly exposed to the risk of blood-borne diseases. May be exposed to hazardous anesthetic agents, body fluids and wastes. Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment. Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries and illness). Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Handles emergency or crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours. Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.
Required Protective Equipment: Eye protection, face protection, gown, lab coat, non-sterile medical gloves, and utility gloves, sterile medical gloves, lead aprons and vests.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Collaborates as a member of the Surgical Team:
- Adheres to surgical services policies
- Actively participates in staff and patient introduction and "time-out"
- Under the delegation of the RN, performs other duties as needed
2. Communication:
- Reports pertinent and concise information
- Protects confidentiality of patients/colleagues
3. Applies critical thinking skills and considers alternatives:
- Prioritizes tasks/work
- Seeks assistance when needed
4. Functions under the delegation of the RN:
- Maintains patient safety by maintaining integrity of sterile field
5. Preparation of the OR Room:
- Accurately prepares OR rooms with appropriate instruments and sutures
- Opens required items and sets up surgical cases
6. Completes all other duties as assigned.
#IND123
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse operating room jobs across Vermont.
- Active Vermont RN license or a Registered Nurse license recognized through Vermont endorsement
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required at time of hire
- Minimum one to two years of perioperative or scrub nursing experience preferred
- Completion of an accredited registered nursing program at the associate or bachelor's level
- CNOR certification preferred or willingness to obtain within a defined period
- Ability to respond to on-call surgical emergencies and maintain flexible scheduling availability
Registered Nurse Operating Room Jobs in Vermont: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered nurse operating room in Vermont?
You become a registered nurse operating room in Vermont by first earning an accredited nursing degree, then passing the NCLEX-RN exam and obtaining licensure through the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation. After licensure, most candidates gain perioperative experience through a hospital's OR internship or new-grad orientation program. Pursuing CNOR certification through the Competency and Credentialing Institute strengthens your candidacy considerably for Vermont surgical units.
How much do registered nurse operating rooms make in Vermont?
Registered nurse operating rooms in Vermont earn a median of about $97,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,670 for the lowest 10% to over $126,100 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire registered nurse operating rooms in Vermont?
Vermont registered nurse operating room roles are posted by Northwestern Medical Center, University Of Vermont Health Network Medical, and Copley Hospital and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Vermont's hiring is anchored by its regional medical centers, meaning a small group of established health systems accounts for the large majority of active perioperative openings across the state.
Which Vermont cities have the most registered nurse operating room jobs?
Saint Albans, Burlington, and Windsor have the most registered nurse operating room openings in Vermont. Burlington dominates because the University of Vermont Medical Center is the state's only academic medical center and its largest surgical facility, while Rutland and other regional cities draw openings from community hospitals serving their surrounding rural populations.
Are there remote registered nurse operating room jobs in Vermont?
Yes, but they're rare. Registered nurse operating room work is fundamentally hands-on and conducted in a sterile surgical environment, making full remote work nearly impossible for most positions. About 0% of registered nurse operating room openings tied to Vermont are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those listings typically involve perioperative education, utilization review, or clinical documentation roles rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a registered nurse operating room in Vermont with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is applying to a perioperative new-graduate or nurse residency program at a Vermont hospital, with the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington running structured OR orientation tracks for new nurses. Candidates coming from med-surg, emergency, or post-anesthesia care unit roles have a meaningful advantage, as those backgrounds transfer directly to scrub and circulating duties. Completing a perioperative nursing course and holding active CNOR candidacy status will distinguish your application at Vermont institutions.
Where can I find and apply to registered nurse operating room jobs in Vermont?
You can find and apply to registered nurse operating room jobs in Vermont on Migrate Mate, which lists current Vermont openings from hospitals and health systems across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and availability, then apply directly to the positions that match.
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