Unit Description:
The Infusion Nurse in the Adult Infusion Center provides infusion, injection, and transfusion therapies to adult patients in an ambulatory setting. Key aspects of this direct-care role include insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters; establishing access via utilizing implanted devices; administration of non-hazardous therapies; supporting the infusion patient during their appointments; and patient assessment and education. This team supports two ambulatory settings: a hospital-based location on the main campus of the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington Vt and 118 Tilley Drive, our community-based site in South Burlington, VT.
EXPERIENCE:
· Greater than one year of registered nursing experience required.
· Experience in infusion therapy, ambulatory care, medical/surgical nursing, or vascular access preferred.
· Prior experience with peripheral IV insertion and care preferred.
· Experience with central line access/de‑access and PICC line care preferred but not required.
· CRNI certification prepared but not required.
On-call: Not required.
Incentives: Weekend needs, every other, 7:00-15:30; 8-hour shifts. Weekend differential included!