Registered Nurse Operating Room Jobs in Vermont
Registered Nurse Operating Room jobs in Vermont are open across Burlington, Colchester, and Saint Johnsbury and other Vermont metros, with employers like University Of Vermont Health Network Medical and Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About This Role
As an Operating Room RN at NVRH, you will provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care across all phases of the surgical experience—including pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-anesthesia recovery.
This dynamic role requires versatility, as you will serve as a circulator, scrub nurse, and PACU nurse, with opportunities to cross-train and expand your clinical skill set. In our critical access hospital setting, your contributions are highly visible and directly impact patient outcomes.
This position includes participation in the on-call rotation, which requires one night per week and every fourth weekend, and requires readiness to begin a case within 30 minutes when on call.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver perioperative nursing care across all surgical phases, including pre-op preparation, intraoperative care, and PACU recovery
- Function in multiple roles, including circulator, scrub nurse, and PACU RN to support safe and efficient surgical operations
- Ensure patient safety and clinical excellence through adherence to AORN standards, accurate documentation, and participation in surgical safety processes such as time-outs
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the interdisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, high-quality patient care
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing
- Current Vermont or multi-state RN license required
- Minimum of two years of patient care experience required; perioperative or acute care experience preferred
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required
- Current ACLS and PALS certifications required; candidates without active certifications may obtain them during the orientation period
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work across multiple perioperative roles, with training available to support skill development
About NVRH
Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is located in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, in the Northeast Kingdom. We are a community, not-for-profit, acute-care, critical-access hospital. NVRH is one of two Vermont hospitals designated Baby Friendly™ by the World Health Organization.
The organization offers primary and preventive care, surgical and specialty services, inpatient and outpatient care, and 24-hour, physician-staffed emergency services.
Aligned with community partners, NVRH values and invests in efforts to address social conditions, supporting well-nourished, well-housed, physically and mentally healthy, and financially secure communities. NVRH serves more than 33,000 people in Caledonia and southern Essex Counties and employs over 700 dedicated staff.
Why Join Our Team?
Join our healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to your community at NVRH! We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement
- Generous Paid time off
- Complimentary gym membership
- Affordable health, dental, and vision plans
- 401(k) with employer match
- Additional employee perks and benefits to choose from in our comprehensive offerings
Build a meaningful career where your skills are valued, your role is dynamic, and your impact is real.
LOCATION
Location: Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital · Operating Room
SCHEDULE
Schedule: Full-time, Day shift, Monday - Friday plus call
Make a meaningful impact in your community at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH), where your expertise supports safe, high-quality surgical care across the full perioperative experience.
About This Role
As an Operating Room RN at NVRH, you will provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care across all phases of the surgical experience—including pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-anesthesia recovery.
This dynamic role requires versatility, as you will serve as a circulator, scrub nurse, and PACU nurse, with opportunities to cross-train and expand your clinical skill set. In our critical access hospital setting, your contributions are highly visible and directly impact patient outcomes.
This position includes participation in the on-call rotation, which requires one night per week and every fourth weekend, and requires readiness to begin a case within 30 minutes when on call.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver perioperative nursing care across all surgical phases, including pre-op preparation, intraoperative care, and PACU recovery
- Function in multiple roles, including circulator, scrub nurse, and PACU RN to support safe and efficient surgical operations
- Ensure patient safety and clinical excellence through adherence to AORN standards, accurate documentation, and participation in surgical safety processes such as time-outs
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the interdisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, high-quality patient care
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing
- Current Vermont or multi-state RN license required
- Minimum of two years of patient care experience required; perioperative or acute care experience preferred
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required
- Current ACLS and PALS certifications required; candidates without active certifications may obtain them during the orientation period
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work across multiple perioperative roles, with training available to support skill development
About NVRH
Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is located in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, in the Northeast Kingdom. We are a community, not-for-profit, acute-care, critical-access hospital. NVRH is one of two Vermont hospitals designated Baby Friendly™ by the World Health Organization.
The organization offers primary and preventive care, surgical and specialty services, inpatient and outpatient care, and 24-hour, physician-staffed emergency services.
Aligned with community partners, NVRH values and invests in efforts to address social conditions, supporting well-nourished, well-housed, physically and mentally healthy, and financially secure communities. NVRH serves more than 33,000 people in Caledonia and southern Essex Counties and employs over 700 dedicated staff.
Why Join Our Team?
Join our healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to your community at NVRH! We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement
- Generous Paid time off
- Complimentary gym membership
- Affordable health, dental, and vision plans
- 401(k) with employer match
- Additional employee perks and benefits to choose from in our comprehensive offerings
Build a meaningful career where your skills are valued, your role is dynamic, and your impact is real.
LOCATION
Location: Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital · Operating Room
SCHEDULE
Schedule: Full-time, Day shift, Monday - Friday plus call
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Registered Nurse Operating Room Job Market in Vermont
A snapshot from current Vermont openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University Of Vermont Health Network Medical4
- Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
What Vermont Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse operating room jobs across Vermont.
- Active RN licensure in the state of employment required
- Minimum one to two years of perioperative or scrub and circulating experience
- Basic Life Support and ACLS certification required at hire
- CNOR certification preferred or required within a defined period
- Proficiency with sterile technique and surgical instrumentation across multiple specialties
- Experience with electronic health record documentation in the perioperative setting
Registered Nurse Operating Room Jobs in Vermont: Frequently Asked Questions
How many registered nurse operating room jobs are there in Vermont?
There are 5+ registered nurse operating room openings in Vermont on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Burlington, Colchester, and Saint Johnsbury. New positions post regularly as employers across Vermont hire.
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 Vermont cities have the most registered nurse operating room jobs?
Burlington, Colchester, and Saint Johnsbury have the most registered nurse operating room openings in Vermont right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire registered nurse operating rooms in Vermont?
Employers hiring registered nurse operating rooms in Vermont include University Of Vermont Health Network Medical and Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote registered nurse operating room jobs in Vermont?
Yes. About 0% of registered nurse operating room openings tied to Vermont are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Vermont metros.
How do I apply for registered nurse operating room jobs in Vermont?
You can apply to registered nurse operating room jobs in Vermont directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Vermont location, then apply to each one that fits.
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