Unit description: This position is based primarily at San Remo Orthopedics and secondary at Tilley Dr. Orthopedics for coverage needs. The nursing position provides triage for incoming referrals to the department, wound care for upper and lower extremities at the provider's guidance and provides pre/post-op education for surgical patients.
Provides professional nursing care to patients in varying state of health and illness by assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing plan of care. The Staff Nurse II functions as an essential member of nursing and multidisciplinary teams, providing direct patient care, instruction, and preparation for continuing care during and following care transitions. May take charge as operational need allows.
EDUCATION:
State of Vermont Registered Nurse (RN) license required. The University of Vermont Medical Center is moving toward an all Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) workforce. All external candidates hired into, or current employees promoted to, a RN position will be required to obtain their BSN as outlined in the terms of their offer letter.
EXPERIENCE:
Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.
Greater than one year of experience.
On-call: Not required.
Incentives: External candidates with 1 year of experience may be eligible for a one-time sign-on bonus of $10,000.