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.
Unit Description:
As a Surgical/Pediatric ICU Nurse you'll have the opportunity to treat patients with every type of trauma, including burns. Our 25-bed combination SICU/PICU is an exciting and vibrant unit to work on. We firmly value teamwork and our support system is strong and continuous. We have a low turnover rate, which speaks volumes about our staff and their willingness to work together for our patients.
We support continued education and highly endorse certification and membership in the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses. We encourage participation in Critical Care conferences and we have many learning opportunities in the unit in the form of in-services and presentations. Our nurses also have the opportunity to advance through the Clinical Advancement and Recognition Program (CARP).
Education:
Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont is required. ADN required, BSN preferred.
Experience:
Appropriate experience in ICU required. Greater than one year of RN experience required.
On-call: Not required.
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.

Our Total Rewards package includes:
Additional benefits may include:
About the Area
Located in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont, you'll find all of the amenities of the best small cities, alongside the very best skiing and riding in the east (with six ski resorts within an hour of downtown). In Burlington, everyone can truly find what they're looking for to unwind; from Nordic skiing to mountain biking to backcountry touring.
Burlington has a robust food and music scene, with entertainment options for all ages. Designated the "Healthiest City in the USA" by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Burlington ranked highest in exercise, and among the lowest in obesity, diabetes and other indicators of ill health.
We offer a quality of life that is second to none in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont. 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
8,200+
Employees
1M
Referral center for 1M people in VT and NNY; community hospital for 168,000
620
Total licensed beds at the main and Fanny Allen campuses
165+
More than 65 outpatient practices and over 100 clinics, programs and services
976
784 faculty physicians and 182 advanced practice providers
1.3M
Patient care encounters at our hospital and clinics, including 56,000 ER visits
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University of Vermont Health 462 Shelburne Road
Burlington, Vermont 05401
844-UVM-Health (886-4325)
University of Vermont Health is an integrated academic health system that serves more than one million residents across Vermont and Northern New York. We are working to preserve access to care for our families, friends and communities while also innovating to change the way that care is delivered to focus on wellness as much as illness and to control costs.
We provide a workplace that practices non-discrimination and equal opportunity. All qualified persons, regardless of age, race, skin color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, color, place of birth, HIV status, national origin, religion, marital status, language, socioeconomic status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or obligation for service in the armed forces, or any other characteristic protected by law, are offered equal employment opportunities.

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