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Registered Nurse - Lead RN Ambulatory Orthopedics and Podiatry

University of Vermont Health - Porter Medical Center • Full-time • Middlebury, VT, US • 1d ago

Unit Description:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Registered Nurse to support both our Orthopedics and Podiatry practices.
This shared leadership role plays a key part in clinical operations, team coordination, patient experience, and support of evolving care delivery models.
The Lead RN will work closely with providers, staff, and leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care across two dynamic specialty clinics.
This position is especially exciting as we prepare to transition into our brand-new, state-of-the-art combined Ortho/Podiatry/Rehab clinic on Pond Lane, opening October 2026!

Key Responsibilities:

Provide clinical leadership and day-to-day oversight of nursing and clinical support staff in both Orthopedics and Podiatry.
Support onboarding, education, and ongoing competency development for clinical team members.
Serve as a clinical resource to providers and staff; assist with complex patient needs, triage, and care coordination.
Collaborate closely with Practice Manager and provider leads to support workflows, scheduling, patient flow, and operational needs.
Assist with quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, safety protocols, and continuous improvement efforts.
Participate in staffing planning, daily huddles, and problem-solving to ensure smooth clinic operations.
Provide direct patient care, including rooming, patient education, procedures, triage and clinical support as needed.
Uphold a positive, team-focused culture and model professionalism in all interactions.

Qualifications:

Current RN licensure in the state of Vermont
Minimum of 2–3 years of clinical RN experience required; experience in orthopedics, podiatry, or ambulatory specialty clinic care strongly preferred.
Previous leadership experience or demonstrated leadership ability highly desirable.
Strong communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a busy, fast-paced clinic serving multiple specialties.
Commitment to patient-centered, collaborative, and compassionate care.

On-call: Not required.

Incentives: External candidates with 1 year of RN experience may be eligible for a one-time sign-on bonus of up to $10,000. Additional terms and conditions apply.

Requirements:

Current RN licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required.
Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.

Our Total Rewards Package includes:

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Benefits (403b)
Insurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, Short-Term)
Paid time Time Off

Joining our team has its perks:

We encourage professional growth and development
We ensure our nurses are truly happy and feel valued
We offer structured preceptorships and continuing education
We are committed to great patient ratios
Our team culture is unlike what you'll find at other hospitals
We've made significant investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment
Nurses truly have a voice here through our shared governance

About the Area

Middlebury, VT is everything you'd expect in a quaint Vermont village—a white-steepled church, a Main Street lined with unique shops and a town green. Middlebury, VT is also home to world-renowned Middlebury College. We have a thriving arts scene with museums and art galleries as well as lectures, theater, music and dance performances. For those seeking adventure, Middlebury has the Green and Adirondack Mountains as our backdrops, offering limitless opportunities for hiking, biking, golfing, skiing, fishing and boating on nearby lakes and streams.

With exciting signing incentives and relocation assistance, moving to Vermont has never been an easier decision.

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