Registered Nurse - High Tech

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Than a Career. Registered Nurse - Home Health High Tech

Our nurses are a critical part of the UVM Health team. We celebrate their daily contributions and the positive impact they have on our patients and their health.

At University of Vermont Health, you will work with a diverse group of nurses, physicians, and specialty practitioners who personally care about their patients and community. No matter the location, every employee has a hand in contributing to the wellness of patients. You'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect at UVM Health.

Department

Description:

Our High Technology Nursing program provides skilled, compassionate in-home nursing for patients who require around-the-clock care and advanced medical technology. Our nurses rotate through care, so you will never be required to work longer than your scheduled 10 hour shift.

To read about the tangible impact our High tech nurses have, check out this article:
High-Tech Care Comes Home | University of Vermont Health

We also provide high-level care to patients who sustained life-threatening illnesses or injuries in the past, often following trauma or major surgery. We monitor and manage these patients by operating complex equipment, administering medication, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Even though you work independently in the home, you’re never alone; your manager and care team are only a phone call away. We believe in taking care of our nurses, so they can take care of our patients.

Location: Chittenden and Grand Isle Counties, Vermont
Job Type: Full-time Nights and Weekends
Schedule:
Between 9:00 - 10:00 pm to 7:00 and 8:00 am

$10,000 Sign on Bonus for Full time external applicants

$6,000 Relocation Bonus for those relocating 120+ miles from previous work location

Provide in-home nursing care to patients with medically complex conditions

Manage and monitor equipment such as ventilators, tracheostomies, and feeding tubes

Administer medications and perform skilled nursing procedures

Support and teach families to provide safe care at home

Assist with exercise, physical therapy, and daily living activities

Work independently in the field while staying connected to a supportive team

Experience with high-tech or home health care is preferred, but not required. We offer comprehensive orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing professional development to help you feel confident and supported.

Incentives:

$10,000 Sign on Bonus for Full time external applicants

Paid training, mentorship, and continuing education opportunities

Work with cutting-edge medical technology in a home care setting

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Vermont (or eligibility to obtain)

At least 2 years of nursing experience in home health, hospice, public health, or high-tech nursing preferred, but not required

Excellent communication, critical thinking, and patient care skills

Commitment to compassionate, family-centered care

On-call: Not Required

Skilled Nursing, Private duty nursing, Medically complex home care.

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

For more than 100 years, we have provided high-quality, compassionate care wherever our community members call home. We support individuals and families at every age and stage of life, from pregnancy and early childhood care to adults with acute and chronic illnesses and those at the end of life.

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

• 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

Employees

Patients served, at all ages and stages of life

Hours of care provided

Home visits by our caregiving team members

Days of care provided at the McClure Miller Respite house

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