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Registered Nurse - Triage/Resource - Community Hospice

Job Ref:: R0080240
Category:: Registered Nurse
Employment Type:: Part-Time
Health Care Partner:: UVM Health Network Home Health & Hospice
Location:: 1110 Prim Rd, Colchester, VT 05439
Department:: HHH - Hospice
Job Type:: Regular
Primary Shift:: Day-10hr
Hours:: Variable - Variable
Hours per Week:: 30
Weekend Needs:: Other
Pay Rate:: $35.78 - $53.67 per hour
Links: Learn more about the care journey and experience from our nurses: The Nurse Experience at HHH . Meet one of our Night On Call nurses: Meet Chelsea Meet one of our dedicated LNAs: Meet Sheila Hear from the Community: How UVM Health Network – Home Health & Hospice Makes the End of Life Worth Living | Paid Post | Health Care | Seven Days | Vermont's Independent Voice (sevendaysvt.com)
On-call: Not Required.
Incentives: $8,000 Sign On Bonus eligible for external applicants. Additional terms and conditions apply.

Job description:

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

At The University of Vermont Health Network, 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 UVMHN.

Department Description

The Community Hospice team delivers care to patients in the community, providing a wide range of skilled nursing care and support. We are an interdisciplinary team collaborating to support patients to remain in the setting of their choice – their home. The Registered Nurse will provide phone triage from an office setting focused on initiating symptom management, providing education, care coordination with healthcare providers, and managing medication refills and new orders to support clinicians in the home. Additionally, the Registered Nuse will, when required, provide a full range of skilled nursing care to patients in a home care setting with a focus on patient education and palliative care to meet the physical and emotional needs of patients, while providing support to families.

Minimum Requirements

- Associate's degree in nursing or higher.

- Minimum of three years of experience as a Community Hospice Nurse or minimum of four years of experience in home health nursing, or a combination of other education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

- Certification in hospice and palliative care preferred.

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

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

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

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

Counseling and other forms of support to help ensure a healthy personal and professional lifestyle.

Tuition Reimbursement

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

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

$9,200 relocation award and up to 2 months furnished housing for select roles.

On-Site Food Service

Enjoy reasonably priced meals that include locally sourced and organic options.

*not available at all locations

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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