Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

08/28/2025

BENNINGTON – Four Dartmouth Health hospitals, including the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, have been recognized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) with a four-star quality rating (out

08/27/2025

Vermont has the third highest rate of melanoma in the Unites States and New Hampshire is in the top 10. Practicing sun safe behaviors (covering up, seeking shade, and wearing sunscreen) can help reduce your risk for developing melanoma.

Learn more about skin cancer, including melanoma, prevention and screening at https://bit.ly/4fx6ykG

08/22/2025

Public Notice Friday, August 22, 4:45 p.m.

Bennington Police are conducting an investigation following an incident that caused a temporary lockdown at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center.

The lockdown has been lifted and our campus is secure. There is no threat to the community, or our staff, patients and visitors.

08/22/2025

For people insured through Medicare or a Medicare Replacement Plan, one of the biggest—and often overlooked—benefits is qualifying for a free Annual Wellness Visit (AWV).

SVMC's Amanda Shakar, BSN, RN, explains: "An AWV takes a big-picture view of your health. We provide your usual primary care clinician with a complete picture of your health and you with a preventative care plan that outlines recommended tests, screenings, and preventative services. The aim is to improve your health today and prevent future disease.”

Learn more at the link: https://svmc.org/news-events/article/zero-cost-maximum-care

08/21/2025

Fantastic opportunity to put your nursing skills to work, remotely!

SVMC is hiring a registered nurse for its patient hotline and primary care triage.
This position is fully remote, once training is complete, and hours are 8 am – 5 pm, Monday-Friday.

The right candidate will have prior nursing experience and the ability to obtain a valid Vermont and New York nursing license.

Great benefits and continuing education reimbursement available! Learn more; https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/svhealthcare #/job/4069

08/15/2025

Congratulations to two exceptional SVMC nurses who received DAISY Awards this summer!

Jennifer Archibald, RN, who works on the Medical-Surgical Unit and Morgan Hutchins, RN, of Women’s and Children’s Services, were each recently presented with the DAISY Award for Exceptional Nurses after receiving individual nominations.

Jennifer’s nomination came after her compassionate care to a patient with cognitive challenges, who had a long length of stay at SVMC. The nominator wrote: “This particular nurse was able to connect with the patient in a way that helped keep her calm, safe, and cared for. She would often take the patient around the organization to keep her calm and provide new environments to switch up the monotony of living in a hospital. The patient responded so well to her patient, calm and caring demeanor and while she wasn't always able to express her thoughts and feelings, it was apparent that she trusted this nurse above most others. The patient could be challenging at times and yet this nurse maintained her professionalism, her upbeat positive demeanor, and would always respond with kindness and empathy.”

Morgan was nominated by pregnant patient, who wrote: “I have a high-risk pregnancy, so there are a lot of fears and concerns associated with the early induction process and labor. Although my stay isn’t over and Morgan will be here for the duration of my stay, I want to commend her for comforting me and answering any questions I have. She’s very compassionate, attentive and is a good listener and isn’t hesitant to escalate any concerns. I’m grateful to have her as my nurse during my induction and labor. This is a very scary process for me and I came in with a lot of anxiety, but her reassurance and attentiveness has put my mental state in a much better place and I feel extremely safe in her care.”

Thank you both for all you do!

08/12/2025

SVMC’s Dr. Allen C. Hutcheson will be joining a panel discussion at Images Cinema in Williamstown, Mass. this Saturday, August 16, following a screening of the documentary film Other Side.

Dr. Hutcheson leads our Palliative Care services at SVMC. The film, which follows activist Lynda Bluestein as she contemplates how to legally end her life, is directed by Heather Hogan and Carter Oakley, who will also be part of the panel discussion after the film.

Learn more about the film and the panel discussion at the link: https://www.imagescinema.org/movie/other-side-wfilmmaker

This special screening will feature a talkback after the film with: - Filmmakers Heather Hogan and Carter Oakley - Palliative care physician Allen C. Hutcheson of Southwestern Vermont Medical Center - Hospice nurse Stephen Keith, R.N., now of Pittsfield, Mass. - Melissa Stacy from Compassion and Cho...

08/07/2025

Join our Therapy teams at SVMC. Positions available for Respiratory, Physical Therapy and Polysomnography Technician.

These roles come with great benefits and compensation package, sign on retention bonus and continuing education opportunities. New Grads are always welcome!

Find your perfect role and apply here: https://bit.ly/3Hf1Yv1

Please share and help us spread the word!

08/06/2025

Countdown to August 13! Buy your tickets today: https://svmc.org/concert

MANCHESTER -- Classic Stones Live, a tribute to the Rolling Stones, is coming to the Southern Vermont Arts Center (SVAC) on Aug. 13.

08/05/2025

SVMC recently recognized Courtney B., SVMC’s Corporate Development Coordinator, with the internal PETAL Award (Performing Exceptional Tasks and Affirming Lives), for her dedication, positive attitude and impact.

As her nominators wrote: “Courtney is quietly at the center of every important event. She is reliable, honest and ensures that all SVMC stakeholders, from staff to volunteer leaders, are treated with the utmost respect and kindness.”

Courtney provides administrative support for the entire Corporate Development Department, which includes the SVHC Foundation and Marketing & Communications. She is major part of all internal and community outreach and fundraising initiatives for SVMC. Thank you for all you do, Courtney!

08/04/2025

Did you know: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that about 93% of Vermont infants born in 2021 had been breastfed, compared to a national average of 84%. At 12 months of age, about 57% of Vermont babies are breastfed, exceeding the national average of about 40%. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for six months, and encourages parents to continue until two years or beyond.

As Vermont marks World Breastfeeding Week (Aug 1-7) we want to remind our community of free lactation and support services open to moms in our area.

Baby Café is held every Wednesday at the Bennington Community Market. It’s a free, drop-in, informal breastfeeding support group offering ongoing professional lactation care with SVMCs team and social connection for young moms. Open every Wednesday, from 11 am to 12:30 pm, lunch is included.

See our full calendar here: https://svmc.org/news-events/events

08/02/2025

Public Notice: ANCC Magnet Recognition Program Site Visit®

Patients, family members, staff, and other interested parties are encouraged to provide feedback via email or direct mail, in advance of SVMC’s with the the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program®.

Learn more: https://svmc.org/news-events/article/public-notice-ancc-magnet-recognition-program-site-visitr