Registered Nurse - Orthopedics - Miller 6

UVM Medical Center•Burlington, VT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As an RN in our fast-paced, 32 bed post-operative unit, you will care for a mixed population of orthopedic patients. Our team is a collaborative mix of RNs, LNAs, Unit Secretaries, Nursing students, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Case Managers, Quality partners, Medical Students, Residents and Attendings who work together to provide Miller 6 patients with the highest quality care. We have state of the art rooms with beautiful views of the UVM campus and Lake Champlain. Every room is equipped with a ceiling lift and plenty of room for families and space in which to do physical therapy. We primarily treat post-surgical patients including trauma, total hip & knee replacements, hip fractures and spine patients. Nurses are encouraged to grow professionally through Orthopedic specific certifications. Our nurses also have the opportunity to advance through the Clinical Advancement and Recognition Program (CARP).

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN) license
Ability to work in a fast-paced unit
Willingness to care for a mixed population of orthopedic patients
Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
Opportunity to grow professionally through Orthopedic specific certifications
Opportunity to advance through the Clinical Advancement and Recognition Program (CARP)

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic specific certifications

Responsibilities

Care for a mixed population of orthopedic patients in a fast-paced, 32 bed post-operative unit.
Collaborate with a team of RNs, LNAs, Unit Secretaries, Nursing students, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Case Managers, Quality partners, Medical Students, Residents and Attendings.
Provide the highest quality care to Miller 6 patients.
Treat post-surgical patients including trauma, total hip & knee replacements, hip fractures and spine patients.