What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (or LPN)- Longitudinal Care position at UVM Health Network - Home, Health and Hospice?
Unit Description: Delivery of a full range of nursing care to individual clients in their homes and other community settings; Care is patient centered, age specific and culturally appropriate. The Community Health Nurse (CHN) provides nursing care to clients utilizing the Nursing Process and within the framework of ANA Standards of Practice for Home Health Nursing, and Specialty Specific Standards of Patient Care. The CHN performs nursing care as well as assumes Case Management responsibilities by coordinating and collaborating within a team setting of health care professionals, health care providers, and community resource providers. One or more years of home or public health nursing experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are required.
On-Call: Not Required
Incentives:
- May be eligible for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (terms and conditions apply)
- Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- $6,000 Relocation Bonus for those relocating 120 miles from previous work location
- Mileage reimbursed at federal gas rates
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 Home Health and Hospice:
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.
The University of Vermont Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.