Registered Nurse - NICU

University of Vermont Health; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Benefits (403b)

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

Paid time Off

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in Burlington, Vermont. This role involves providing care in a collaborative team environment with thorough mentorship and a smooth orientation process.

Ideal candidates will hold current RN licensure, preferably with a BSN, and have specific clinical experience. There are various benefits and a commitment to providing support for professional growth within the unique culture of this team.

Qualifications

• Must have a current RN or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont.
• ADN is necessary while BSN is preferred.
• Experience in the specific clinical area is required.

Skills

Current RN licensure or compact licensure

Experience in specific clinical area

ADN required, BSN preferred

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

Unit Description: The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at UVMMC is comprised of a 20 bed level III unit and a 9 bed level II Transition Unit providing care to the most critical infants born within our health system. NICU orientation is thorough and mentorship is well supported as work in the NICU emphasizes a collaborative, collegial team approach. After 2 years, NICU RNs will train to become part of a Health Net Transfer Team responsible for the transport of infants throughout all of VT and upstate NY requiring NICU care.

On-call: Not required.

Links: Learn more about University of Vermont Children\u2019s Hospital here: Children\u2019s Hospital | The University of Vermont Health Network (uvmhealth.org)

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Requirements:
• Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required.
• ADN required, BSN preferred.
• Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.

Benefits and Rewards

• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Benefits (403b)
• Insurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, Short-Term)
• Paid time Off

Joining Our Team

• 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 unique among hospitals
• Investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment
• Nurses have a voice through shared governance

About the Area

Located in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont. Burlington offers the amenities of a small city with access to skiing and riding in the east (six ski resorts within an hour of downtown). It features a robust food and music scene and has been noted for healthy indicators of public health.

We offer a quality of life in Burlington with signing incentives and relocation assistance to support moving to Vermont.