Registered Nurse - R5 Oncology

UVM Health; City of Plattsburgh (NY); Hybrid; USD 85.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus

Zusammenfassung

University of Vermont Health in Plattsburgh, NY is seeking a Registered Nurse for the R5 Oncology and End of Life care unit.

You will work with a diverse team of nurses, physicians and specialists, with full-time night and day shifts and part-time opportunities, on-call not required.

A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered, with terms applying to full-time positions. Relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifikationen

• Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of New York required.

Jobbeschreibung

When You Care
This Much...It’s More
Than a Career.

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.

Unit Description: R5 is a unit that specializes in Oncology and End of Life care. We work closely with our Palliative care team, whose office is located on R5. Oncology care ranges from, symptom management, radiation, Chemo (IV and oral), medication side effects and Oncological Emergencies. When starting on R5 you will not be required to hang IV chemo for the first 6 months to one year. When you become comfortable with the R5 population we will train you in chemo administration. We currently have a Full Time (36hr/wk) Night Shift, Full Time (36hr/wk) Day Shift, and a Part Time (24hr/wk) Day Shift position available.

On-Call: Not Required

Incentives: $10,000 Sign on Bonus. Subject to tax withholdings and also prorated for any Part Time positions (additional terms and conditions apply).

Requirements:

• Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of New York required.
• Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.

The Champlain Valley is characterized by its working landscapes; undulating hills, meadows and pastures rolling down to the waters of giant Lake Champlain, the largest lake in the U.S. behind the Great Lakes. Plattsburgh, a picturesque community of 38,000, offers a cost of living just below the national average. The perfect place to raise a family, the area features excellent schools both public and private. The State University of New York also has a branch here with 6,200 students boasting a large international population and solid nursing program. Site Selection Magazine has chosen Plattsburgh as a top city in the nation for business development for the past eight years.

In addition, Policom Corp has ranked Plattsburgh as the top micropolitan in New York and the 27th in the nation. As far as recreational opportunities, Plattsburgh and the Champlain Valley offer incredible year-round activities. From boating, biking, and fishing in the summer, to skiing and ice skating in the winter months. Nearby Lake Placid, host of the 1980 Winter Olympics and 2023 FISU World University Games, is a hub for recreation. The historic Strand Theater serves as the anchor of downtown Plattsburgh, and dozens of museums and historic attractions share the region’s rich history.

With exciting relocation and signing incentives and assistance, moving to upstate New York 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

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