Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main CampusLocation Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington VermontRegularDepartment: Hematology/Oncology InfusionsFull TimeStandard Hours: 40Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 80Shift: Day-8HrPrimary Shift: -Weekend Needs: Every OtherSalary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62Recruiter: Naomi Kpesse
Unit Description:
The Infusion Nurse in Ambulatory Oncology provides chemotherapy and biologic therapies to adult patients with complex illness. Key aspects of this direct-care role include insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters; establishing access via utilizing implanted devices; administration of systemic chemotherapy and biotherapies; supporting the infusion patient who is participating in clinical trials; and comprehensive patient assessment and education.
- The incumbent will work a combination of 1 weekday either Fridays or Mondays from 7am - 7:30pm, and 1 weekend day either Saturdays or Sundays from 7am - 3:30pm.
- 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. Current internal RNs are strongly encouraged to pursue a BSN to support this initiative.
- Experience: 1 year experience in relevant clinical area and/or independent in all areas of the Ambulatory RN I accountabilities. Chemotherapy Certification preferred. Oncology Certification preferred.
On-call: Not required
This is a bargaining union position.
