Registered Nurse - Family & Children's Program - Home Health

Job description:


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: Are you interested in developing deep relationships with families and supporting their long-term strengths and health? We're looking to expand our team with a detail-oriented creative thinker who enjoys problem solving and creative community collaborations.

We support families through pregnancy, postpartum and the early childhood years until age 6 in families without medical concerns and up to age 18 in families with children who have medical conditions requiring skilled nursing care. Our nurses and family support workers focus on prevention and early intervention, collaborating with numerous community service providers, identifying and addressing developmental challenges and/or psycho-social concerns.

We offer individualized self-care and parenting assessment, education and support; childbirth preparation and lactation support; developmental and play support to maximize each family's physical, social and emotional strengths. We provide skilled nursing services for pregnant/postpartum people with higher risk pregnancies due to medical, psychiatric and/or substance use disorder diagnoses; children up to 18 years of age with a medical diagnosis, including emotional adjustment support to children, their families and their care providers.

Our full-time positions are Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm, which is amazing schedule for parents or those who want work/life balance. There is one rotating on-call weekend day every 4-5 weeks.

Minimum Requirements:

• One to two years of obstetrical nursing experience, experience with assessing patients throughout pregnancy and postpartum.

• Child health nursing experience preferred.

• Human services experience such as collaboration with community providers, service and care coordination.
• Central line experience preferred, will support and train incumbent who expresses willingness to learn.

On-call: Rotating weekends (approximately every 4 weeks) and holidays.

Incentives

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for external applicants (prorated for part-time roles)
• Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
• $6,000 Relocation Bonus for those relocating 120+ miles from previous work location
• Mileage reimbursed at federal gas rates

Incentives: $10,000 Sign On Bonus for full time external applicants, prorated for part time roles! Additional terms and conditions apply. Joining a long-standing established caring team dedicated to our patients and their families.


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)

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Eligible employees can choose between 4 medical, 3 dental, and 2 vision plans. Offering extensive coverage with flexible rates.

Flexible Spending Account

Flexible Spending Account
Take money out of your paycheck on a pre-tax basis to pay for eligible expenses

Retirement Benefits
(403b)

Retirement Benefits
(403b)
403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions

Insurance Benefits
(Life, Short-Term, Long-Term)

Insurance Benefits (Life, Short-Term, Long-Term)
Feel secure with extensive life insurance plans, along with short-term and long-term disability

CTO/PTO:
Paid time off

CTO/PTO: Paid time off

CTO combines time off into a single program. Providing paid time off for holidays, sick time, vacation, and personal days.

Additional benefits may include:

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts
Employees are eligible for discounts at a wide range of businesses. From Automotive and Banking expenses to seasonal discounts on ski passes.

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employee & Family Assistance Program
Counseling and other forms of support to help ensure a healthy personal and professional lifestyle.

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement
Eligible employees have access to a simple and expansive tuition reimbursement system.

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program
Encourage your talented network to apply for a job, and you may qualify for a Referral Bonus. Amounts vary by location.

Relocation Assistance

Relocation Assistance
$6,000 relocation award and up to 2 months furnished housing for select roles.

On-Site Food Service

On-Site Food Service
Enjoy reasonably priced meals that include locally sourced and organic options.
*not available at all locations

Pet Insurance

Pet Insurance
Employees are eligible for discounted pricing on America's #1 pet insurance


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.

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

Fast Facts

420


Employees

4,860


Patients served, at all ages and stages of life

209,788


Hours of care provided

120,871


Home visits by our caregiving team members

4,435


Days of care provided at the McClure Miller Respite house

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