Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse - Memory Care - Full time Days

The University of Vermont Health Network

Middlebury, VT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$37.01–$57.21 Per Hour
SKILLS
Banking Services, Basic Life Support (BLS), Dementia, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, Facebook, Fishing, Health Insurance, Healthcare, Insurance, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Life Insurance, LinkedIn, Medicaid, Medical Office Administration, Medicare, Nurse Practitioner, Nursing, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Registered Nurse (RN), Rehabilitation Nursing, Retirement Plan, Social Sciences, Team Player, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Middlebury, VT
POSTED
13 days ago

Job Details

Job Ref:R0087529 Category:Registered Nurse Employment Type:Full-Time Health Care Partner:Porter Medical Center Location: 30 Porter Dr, Middlebury, VT 05753 Department:Porter - HP Memory Care Job Type:Regular Primary Shift:Day-8hr Hours:6:45 AM - 3:15 PM Hours per Week: 36 Weekend Needs:Every Other Pay Rate: $37.01 - $57.21 per hour

This is a bargaining union position.

Job description:

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.

We are seeking either a Registered Nurse or a Licensed Practical Nurse for this opportunity.

This position will be scheduled for 36 hours per week on the day shift with 8-hour shifts.

Salary details for a Unit LPN are listed below in the job description for a Unit LPN.

This position is eligible for full benefits, including but not limited to: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, 403(b) plan with employer contribution, and time-off plans.

This position is eligible for the following differentials:

  • Evening $3 per hour

  • Night $5 per hour

  • Weekend $2 per hour (in addition to any applicable Evening or Night differentials)

Unit Registered Nurse

RNs with at least 1 year of experience are eligible for a $10,000 sign on bonus.

The bonus will be paid out in two installments: the first pay check and after completion of one year of satisfactory employment. Please note that current University of Vermont Health Network employees are excluded from eligibility for this bonus.

Job Summary

The Unit RN performs services requiring substantial specialized knowledge, judgment and skill for carrying out the nursing regimen in support of medical care, based upon the principles of the biological, physiological, behavioral, and social sciences.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required.

Experience

  • Gerontological nursing and knowledge of supervision techniques preferred.
  • Able to read, write, and speak the English language.
  • Demonstrate competence as a nursing practitioner.
  • BLS certification

Unit Licensed Practical Nurse

The salary range for Unit LPN is Min: $21.47 Mid: $26.83 Max: $32.20

An employment bonus of up to $6,750 is available for an LPN for this role.

Bonus payment are subject to applicable taxes and will be paid out in three installments: after completion of satisfactory probationary period (generally 90 days), after 1 year, and after 2 years of employment. Please note that current University of Vermont Health Network employees are excluded from eligibility for this bonus.

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse performs services requiring substantial specialized knowledge, judgment and skill for carrying out selected aspects of the designated nursing regiment under the direction of a RN.

Education

Current LPN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required.

Experience

  • Gerontological nursing and knowledge of supervision techniques preferred.
  • Able to read, write, and speak the English language.
  • Demonstrate competence as a nursing practitioner.
  • BLS certification

Unit Information

Memory Care is designed to meet the changing needs of individuals as they experience the progression of symptoms and increases in cognitive loss associated with a diagnosis of dementia. Our early-stage program offers activity-based care in a warm, supportive and safe environment with a primary goal of helping individuals maintain dignity, purpose and functional ability. This highly specialized unit is staffed with very dedicated advocates and team members. Residents in this unit are the most vulnerable, usually unable to advocate for themselves.

About UVMHN/Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing

Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing is a welcoming, secure residence where loved ones are assured of skilled nursing care and assistance with daily living and where privacy is honored and individuality respected.

Nestled in the farmlands of Middlebury, Helen Porter has accommodations for 105 people, is licensed by the state of Vermont and certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Helen Porter is a skilled and intermediate care residence which specializes in providing a home-like environment.

To learn more about Helen Porter Nursing & Rehabilitation, please click here: http://www.portermedical.org/helen_porter.html

This is a bargaining union position for Registered Nurses.

Requirements:

  • Current RN licensure or compact 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

Flexible Spending Account

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

Retirement Benefits

(403b)

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

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

Employee & Family Assistance Program

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

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

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

Employee Referral Program

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

Relocation Assistance

$6,000 relocation award and up to 2 months furnished housing for select roles.

On-Site Food Service

On-Site Food Service

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

  • not available at all locations

Pet Insurance

Pet Insurance

Employees are eligible for discounted pricing on America"s #1 pet insurance

About the Area

Middlebury, VT is everything you'd expect in a quaint Vermont village-a white-steepled church, a Main Street lined with unique shops and a town green. Middlebury, VT is also home to world-renowned Middlebury College. We have a thriving arts scene with museums and art galleries as well as lectures, theater, music and dance performances. For those seeking adventure, Middlebury has the Green and Adirondack Mountains as our backdrops, offering limitless opportunities for hiking, biking, golfing, skiing, fishing and boating on nearby lakes and streams.

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

670

Employees

38,000

Serving more than 38,000 people in our region

138

33 acute care hospital beds and 105 skilled nursing beds

12

Outpatient medical practices

104

72 physicians and 32 advanced practice providers

89,811

Patient care encounters at our hospital and clinics

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