Registered Nurse (RN)

POSITION TITLE:  Registered Nurse  LOCATION: Burlington, VT  HOURS: Full Time, 37.5 hours/week, Hourly (Non-Exempt)UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by AFT union in VT
POSITION PURPOSE:  Provide direct clinical services, as well as various health center support functions related to basic reproductive healthcare, family planning/contraception and abortion; assist in our health center procedural care providing patient support, sedation and recovery services; participate in patient follow up care and referral coordination; and assist with ongoing continuous quality improvement and risk management initiatives.

YOUR DAY- TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver Respectful, Inclusive Care: Provide patient-centered sexual and reproductive health services that reflect a commitment to reproductive justice, cultural sensitivity, and awareness of unconscious bias.
• Support and Educate Patients: Offer clear, compassionate education and counseling on reproductive health topics like birth control, pregnancy options, and overall well-being.
• Assist with Clinical Procedures: Help with abortion care, contraceptive services, and other procedures like ultrasounds and lab work, while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Coordinate and Document Patient Care: Use electronic health records to accurately document care and manage follow-up, lab results, and communications with patients and pharmacies.
• Collaborate with the Health Care Team: Work closely with clinicians and staff to provide seamless care and support for a range of services, including emergency care referrals when needed.
• Engage in Training and On-Call Support: Train team members on clinical skills and participate in on-call phone support (4 weeks per year), with additional compensation.

JOB PERKS:

• Work with a group of dedicated professionals
• No late night or overnight hours 
• Paid Training for In-Demand Clinical Skills - We invest in your growth by covering training costs for essential clinical skills—training you’d typically pay for out of pocket. 
• Collaborative Work Environment – PPNNE upholds high workplace values and patient service standards, fostering respect, engagement, and teamwork to create the best experience for employees and patients alike.
• Gain experience with a trusted leader in affordable, high quality, health care
• Experience using the Electronic Medical Records program EPIC
• Travel Milage Reimbursement
• Make a Difference! - Make a direct impact in your community by providing patients with access to high quality & essential health care services

COMPENSATION:

• Pay Range - for this position is based on years of relevant work experience. Candidates with 0-6 years of experience can expect to earn between $35.56 -$40.05 per hour/year. As experience increases, so does the rate of pay, with candidates who have 19 or more years of direct experience earning up to $51.82 per hour/year.
• Bilingual Skills: HCAs with proven bilingual skills will receive a differential for each hour (or any portion thereof) where they provide interpretation services or bilingual skills 

BENEFITS:

• Up to 3 weeks paid time off (increases with tenure) & up to 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave  
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance  
• PPNNE Funded Health Reimbursement Account to cover portion of medical deductible costs 
• 403b retirement account and 2% employer match eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential counseling and resources)  
• Employee referral bonuses  
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability & Life Insurance
• RN CEU/license /DEA cost coverage 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• RN, with Associate's degree in preferred), plus up to one year of relevant clinical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired
• BLS certification
• Basic clinical knowledge related to outpatient procedural care (abortion, colposcopy, vasectomy)
• Training/experience in relevant lab techniques (urinalysis, venipuncture, IV placement) and familiarity with aseptic technique 

WHY JOIN PPNNE? Planned Parenthood of Northern New England (PPNNE) was founded on the belief that everyone has the fundamental right to make decisions about their bodies and reproductive futures free from harassment or fear. Working for Planned Parenthood is more than just a job. Joining Planned Parenthood means b