Registered Nurse - Home Health High Tech

University of Vermont Health - Home Health & Hospice • Per Diem • Colchester, VT, Colchester • 1w ago

Job Description

Department Description: Our High Technology Nursing program provides skilled, compassionate in-home nursing for patients who require around-the-clock care and advanced medical technology. Our nurses rotate through care, so you will never be required to work longer than your scheduled 10 hour shift.

Our team provides one-on-one, in-home care to adults and children with critical and complex medical needs. We do this by utilizing advanced medical equipment in the comfort of each patient’s home. You’ll have the chance to build meaningful relationships with patients and families.

To read about the tangible impact our High tech nurses have, check out this article: High-Tech Care Comes Home | University of Vermont Health

We also provide high-level care to patients who sustained life-threatening illnesses or injuries in the past, often following trauma or major surgery. We monitor and manage these patients by operating complex equipment, administering medication, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Even though you work independently in the home, you’re never alone; your manager and care team are only a phone call away. We believe in taking care of our nurses, so they can take care of our patients.

Location: Chittenden and Grand Isle Counties, Vermont
Job Type: Full-time Nights and Weekends
Schedule: Between 9:00 - 10:00 pm to 7:00 and 8:00 am

$10,000 Sign on Bonus for Full time external applicants

$6,000 Relocation Bonus for those relocating 120+ miles from previous work location

$5.20/hour weekend night shift differential, $3.10/hour night shift differential, $2.00/hour evening shift differential

What You’ll Do

Provide in-home nursing care to patients with medically complex conditions
Manage and monitor equipment such as ventilators, tracheostomies, and feeding tubes
Administer medications and perform skilled nursing procedures
Support and teach families to provide safe care at home
Assist with exercise, physical therapy, and daily living activities
Work independently in the field while staying connected to a supportive team

Experience with high-tech or home health care is preferred, but not required. We offer comprehensive orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing professional development to help you feel confident and supported.

Incentives:

$10,000 Sign on Bonus for Full time external applicants
Paid training, mentorship, and continuing education opportunities
Work with cutting-edge medical technology in a home care setting
Mileage reimbursement 0.725 per mile

Qualifications

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Vermont (or eligibility to obtain)
At least 2 years of nursing experience in home health, hospice, public health, or high-tech nursing preferred, but not required
Excellent communication, critical thinking, and patient care skills
Commitment to compassionate, family-centered care

On-call: Not Required

Apply Today

If you’re a caring and confident RN who’s ready to bring your skills to a setting where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to meet you.

Skilled Nursing, Private duty nursing, Medically complex home care.

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

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

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.