What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Inpatient Oncology position at uvmhealth?
Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Oncology - Miller 5 Per Diem (position has no committed hours and is not benefit eligible) Standard Hours: 0 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 0 Shift: Variable Primary Shift: Variable - Variable Weekend Needs: Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Kara Marszalkowski Unit Description: As a Hematology/Oncology Nurse in our 32-bed inpatient unit, you’ll be responsible for the delivery of care to patients with a diagnosis of cancer in various stages including both solid tumors and hematologic malignancies. We administer chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapies, as well as manage illness and treatment related symptoms. As a member of our team, you will provide patient/family education and exceptional support during each patient’s unique cancer journey. Our dedicated Hematology & Oncology Nurses understand that patient and family involvement are essential components of holistic care. We work as an interdisciplinary team with Physicians, LNAs, Oncology Pharmacists, Social Workers, Case Managers, Palliative Care Specialists, Clinical Dietitians, PTs & RTs to provide our patients with the best care possible. We support and encourage all nurses to increase their knowledge and to strengthen their nursing skills through certifications, conferences, and courses. Our nurses also have the opportunity to advance through the Clinical Advancement and Recognition Program (CARP). EDUCATION: Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont is required. ADN required, BSN preferred. EXPERIENCE: Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit. Greater than one year of experience. No required call Incentives: Shift differentials - ($3.00 Evening) ($6.50 Night) ($3.50 Weekend Day) ($6.50 Weekend Evening) Links: Learn About The Miller Building (uvmhealth.org) This is a bargaining union position. The University of Vermont Medical Center is committed to being a national model for the delivery of high-quality academic health care for a rural region. The University of Vermont Medical Center will continue to ensure that individuals are employed, and that employees are treated during candidacy and employment, without regard to their sex, gender identity or expression, ancestry, place of birth, HIV status, marital status, age, language, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or obligation for service in the armed forces, or any other characteristic protected by law in all employment practices as follows: Employment decisions at The University of Vermont Medical Center are based on legitimate job-related criteria. All personnel actions or programs that affect qualified individuals, such as employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment, advertising, termination, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, are made without discrimination based upon the individual’s sex, gender identity or expression, ancestry, place of birth, HIV status, marital status, age, language, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or obligation for service in the armed forces, or any other characteristic protected by law. UVMHealth.org/MedCenter The UVM Medical Center Blog EEO is the law.