Nurse Tech Occupational Health

Job Description

Job DescriptionDepartment Overview

Our High Technology Nursing program delivers expert and compassionate in-home nursing services for patients needing continuous care with advanced medical technology. Nurses in our team work on a rotating schedule that includes both 8- and 10-hour shifts.

We specialize in providing personalized, in-home care for both adults and children facing critical and complex medical challenges. By utilizing sophisticated medical equipment, we ensure that patients receive care in the comfort of their own homes. This role offers the opportunity to forge meaningful connections with patients and their families.

To learn more about the significant impact our High-Tech Nurses have, please refer to the article: High-Tech Care Comes Home.

Additionally, we offer high-level care to individuals recovering from life-threatening illnesses or injuries, often following trauma or major surgical procedures. Our responsibilities include monitoring and managing patients through the operation of complex equipment, administering medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

While you will work independently in patients' homes, support is always available; your manager and care team are just a phone call away. We prioritize the well-being of our nurses, enabling them to provide the best care for our patients.

Location

Chittenden and Grand Isle Counties, Vermont

Job Type

Full-time, Days and Weekends

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver in-home nursing care to patients with complex medical conditions.
• Manage and monitor medical equipment, including ventilators, tracheostomies, and feeding tubes.
• Administer medications and perform skilled nursing tasks.
• Educate and support families in providing safe care at home.
• Assist with physical therapy, exercise, and daily living activities.
• Work autonomously in the field while remaining connected to a supportive team.

Experience in high-tech or home health care is preferred but not mandatory. We provide comprehensive orientation, mentorship, and ongoing professional development to ensure you feel confident and supported in your role.

Incentives

• Sign-on bonus of approximately $10,000 for full-time external applicants.
• Paid training, mentorship, and opportunities for continuing education.
• Work with state-of-the-art medical technology in a home care environment.
• Mileage reimbursement at $0.725 per mile.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Vermont or eligibility to obtain one.
• Preferred: At least 2 years of nursing experience in home health, hospice, public health, or high-tech nursing, though not required.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and patient care abilities.
• Dedication to compassionate, family-centered care.
• On-call duties are not required.

Requirements

• Active RN licensure recognized by the State of Vermont is mandatory.
• Relevant experience in specific clinical areas, which may vary by unit.

Benefits and Perks

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 Off

Joining our team comes with numerous advantages:

• We promote professional growth and development.
• We ensure our nurses feel valued and satisfied in their roles.
• We provide structured preceptorships and ongoing education.
• We are committed to maintaining excellent patient-to-nurse ratios.
• Our team culture stands out from other healthcare facilities.
• We have invested significantly in safe patient handling and mobility equipment.
• Nurses have a voice through our shared governance model.

About Home Health and Hospice

For over a century, we have been dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care wherever our community members reside. We support individuals and families at every stage of life, from pregnancy and early childhood to adults facing acute and chronic illnesses, as well as those nearing the end of life.

With attractive signing bonuses and relocation assistance, making the move to Vermont has never been more appealing.