RN jobs in Westbrook, ME

RN Jobs in Westbrook, ME

MaineHealth Portland, ME

Description Maine Medical Center Nursing Req #: 74634 This is a bargaining unit position. Job Posting Date: 4/7/2026 This is a Clinical Nurse II vacancy open to candidates with greater than 1 year of RN work experience. This 17-bed true Medical Surgical unit (P4C) is adding clinical talent to their thriving team. This unit provides care for adult surgical patients including surgical specialties in joints, vascular, bariatric, minor neurological and gastrointestinal populations. Also provides care to medical overflow. P4C maintains care for patients 24 hours per day, 365 days per week. To be part of the nursing group on this unit a candidate must be focused on outstanding patient care, team communication, and their drive to excel not only a member of our organization, but also as an individual. This unit consists of new graduates who are stepping into their first positions as nurses, as well as seasoned RNs possessing decades of professionalism in this field. The diversity and inclusion of experience, skillsets, and backgrounds on this unit offers unending learning opportunities every day to those who have chosen to join this team. This is a full time night shift opportunity consisting of 3, 12 hour shifts. Position Summary The Clinical Nurse supports Maine Medical Center's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, patient and family centered care, commitment to our community, and accountability. In accordance with national standards of nursing practice and within the guidelines and policies and procedures of both Maine Medical Center and the Maine State Board of Nursing, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation of the effects of nursing care. Care delivery and coordination of patient and family care begins with the initial contact with the health care system and may continue across the continuum. Services may be provided on an inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory, and/or community basis. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) Education: A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is preferred.Evidence of 10 hours of ongoing education per year. License/Certifications: Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the state of Maine. Certification in relevant specialty preferred. Experience: At least 1 year prior RN work experience. Charge nurse or wound/burn experience preferred. Care of post-op surgical patients strongly preferred. Basic knowledge of the research base, theory, practices, principles, and processes of professional nursing. Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Analytical ability sufficient to identify changes in patients’ conditions and to initiate appropriate action. Ability to identify potential crisis situations involving patients and/or families and to initiate appropriate action. Demonstrates a caring nursing practice and promotes a healing environment for patients and families. Demonstrates the required knowledge and technical skills to care for most patient populations on the unit. Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact michelle.lefebvre@mainehealth.org

Other

1 day ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiology

MaineHealth Scarborough, ME

Description Medical Group Practices Nursing Req #: 71075 For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $10,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with up to 2 years of RN experience and $20,000 for Registered Nurses with greater than 2 years of RN work experience! Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time RN position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months’ separation from employment. The ideal Registered Nurse for this position will hold a bachelor’s degree in nursing and have two or more years of cardiology and/or critical care experience. This role supports the clinical cardiology team within our ambulatory cardiology practice in Scarborough, ME. Responsibilities include telephone triage for cardiology patients, conducting nurse office visits, and providing clinical support for cardiac diagnostic testing, including exercise and pharmacologic stress testing. The nurse will collaborate closely with providers and other members of the cardiology care team to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered care. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with no required holidays or weekends. Summary The MH Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Care role provides high quality care to patients and families calling or presenting for care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, and performs a wide variety of patient care services to assist physicians/advanced practice practitioners in delivering excellent care to patients of the practice. MH RN II: This level is competent in their clinical role and has demonstrated the ability to care for most patients assigned. Though not able to care for every patient type within their area of hire, demonstrates how to obtain the appropriate resources to develop required skills and knowledge over time. This level included automatic advancement after 1 year as a RN I – must be in good standing and meets RN I requirements. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Registered Professional Nurse required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Experience: One year of recent RN experience required. Automatic advancement from RN I level if all onboarding requirements are complete, including the New Grad Residency (where available). Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact samantha.gonzales@mainehealth.org

Other

1 day ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiology

MaineHealth Scarborough, ME

Description Nursing Req #: 73390 For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $10,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with up to 2 years of RN experience and $20,000 for Registered Nurses with greater than 2 years of RN work experience! Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time RN position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months’ separation from employment. MaineHealth - Outpatient Cardiology team is seeking a Diagnostic - Registered Nurse who will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across a range of cardiac diagnostic services. In this role, you’ll support advanced testing modalities, including stress testing and cardiac CT workflows, while collaborating with a dynamic, multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced, supportive environment. We’re looking for a clinically strong, detail-oriented nurse who thrives on teamwork and is passionate about exceptional patient care. Our Ideal candidates will have cardiac or diagnostic experience, especially in stress testing or imaging workflows are encouraged to apply. A BSN is preferred, along with strong assessment, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with no required holidays or weekends. Summary The MH Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Care role provides high quality care to patients and families calling or presenting for care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, and performs a wide variety of patient care services to assist physicians/advanced practice practitioners in delivering excellent care to patients of the practice. MH RN II: This level is competent in their clinical role and has demonstrated the ability to care for most patients assigned. Though not able to care for every patient type within their area of hire, demonstrates how to obtain the appropriate resources to develop required skills and knowledge over time. This level included automatic advancement after 1 year as a RN I – must be in good standing and meets RN I requirements. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Registered Professional Nurse required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Experience: One year of recent RN experience required. Automatic advancement from RN I level if all onboarding requirements are complete, including the New Grad Residency (where available). Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact samantha.gonzales@mainehealth.org

Clinical Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical Telemetry/IMC (R9) New Graduates Welcome

MaineHealth Portland, ME

Description Nursing Req #: 72736 This is a Clinical Nurse I vacancy open to candidates with 0 – 1 year of RN work experience This is a bargaining unit position 3 Positions Available Job Posting Date: 3/18/2026 FT/NIGHTS All new graduate RNs (less than 1 year RN experience) hired into regular status positions are automatically enrolled in our Residency program in conjunction with their unit based employment. Unit Bio Known as R9, this unit is comprised of 36-beds. 24 beds designated to acute care medical surgical acuity, with medical telemetry capabilities caring for a wide variety of adults with acute and chronic medical conditions. 12 beds designated to general intermediate care (IMC) acuity. Our department thrives on collaboration, where every team member’s contribution is valued and respected. The friendly and approachable nature of our staff fosters a welcoming environment that encourages open communication and mutual support. We proudly promote inclusivity and a growth-oriented culture, made evident based on the number of travelers that have transitioned into permanent roles as well as C.N.A.’s who will be continuing their career on the unit as new RN’s. We hope you will join us on R9 as well! Summary The Clinical Nurse supports Maine Medical Center's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, patient and family centered care, commitment to our community, and accountability. In accordance with national standards of nursing practice and within the guidelines and policies and procedures of both Maine Medical Center and the Maine State Board of Nursing, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation of the effects of nursing care. Care delivery and coordination of patient and family care begins with the initial contact with the health care system and may continue across the continuum. Services may be provided on an inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory, and/or community basis. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is preferred. License/Certifications: Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Maine. Experience: As this is an entry-level position, experience as an RN is not required. Med/surg experience preferred. Basic knowledge of the research base, theory, practices, principles, and processes of professional nursing. Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and health care team members. Analytical ability sufficient to identify changes in patients' conditions and to initiate appropriate action. All new graduate RNs (less than 6 months of RN experience) hired into regular status positions are automatically enrolled in our 12-month Nurse Residency Program in conjunction with their unit based employment. For RNs with less than 1 year of RN experience transferring from another organization with RN experience and/or participation in a formal new graduate nurse orientation program, consideration for exceptions to some or all Maine Medical Center Nurse Residency Program requirements may be made on an individual basis. 8. In accordance with the Clinical Nursing Advancement Program, a Clinical Nurse I who meets or exceeds all of the Clinical Nurse I criteria and requirements at the 12 month performance evaluation date, will be appointed to the Clinical Nurse II position by the Nursing Director. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact nicole.chapman@mainehealth.org

Telemetry

Other

1 day ago

Clinical Nurse (RN) - Medical Telemetry/Stroke Care Unit (R2) - New Graduates Welcome

MaineHealth Portland, ME

Description Nursing Req #: 73895 This is a bargaining unit position Job Posted Date: 4/7/2026 R2 is a high paced, acute 37 bed medical telemetry unit that provides exceptional care to a diverse and complex adult medical patient population with a focus on Stroke patients. MMC is recognized by the Joint Commission as a Comprehensive Stroke center and the team of R2 is proud to be integral in the care of this patient population. R2 clinical nursing team includes bright, innovative professionals looking to hold themselves and others to the highest nursing and care standards. Our nurses, patient care technicians, and CNAs exemplify analytic ability to identify patient needs, risks, and interventions. We provide excellent customer service to patients and families at their current health states and learning abilities. As a team, we continually demonstrate exceptional communication abilities, always effectively interacting and problem solving with other healthcare professionals, hospital administration, patients and families. This is a unique part-time opportunity offering 30 hours per week with a rotating schedule: 24 hours one week and 36 hours the next. Position Summary The Clinical Nurse supports Maine Medical Center's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, patient and family centered care, commitment to our community, and accountability. In accordance with national standards of nursing practice and within the guidelines and policies and procedures of both Maine Medical Center and the Maine State Board of Nursing, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation of the effects of nursing care. Care delivery and coordination of patient and family care begins with the initial contact with the health care system and may continue across the continuum. Services may be provided on an inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory, and/or community basis. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is preferred. License/Certifications: Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Maine. Experience: As this is an entry-level position, experience as an RN is not required. Basic knowledge of the research base, theory, practices, principles, and processes of professional nursing. Experience caring for stroke patients preferred. Telemetry experience strongly preferred. Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and health care team members. Analytical ability sufficient to identify changes in patients' conditions and to initiate appropriate action. All new graduate RNs (less than 6 months of RN experience) hired into regular status positions are automatically enrolled in our 12-month Nurse Residency Program in conjunction with their unit based employment. For RNs with less than 1 year of RN experience transferring from another organization with RN experience and/or participation in a formal new graduate nurse orientation program, consideration for exceptions to some or all Maine Medical Center Nurse Residency Program requirements may be made on an individual basis. In accordance with the Clinical Nursing Advancement Program, a Clinical Nurse I who meets or exceeds all of the Clinical Nurse I criteria and requirements at the 12 month performance evaluation date, will be appointed to the Clinical Nurse II position by the Nursing Director. Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact michelle.lefebvre@mainehealth.org

Other

3 days ago

MaineHealth Biddeford, ME

Description Nursing Req #: 66486 MaineHealth is looking for a Per diem, day shift, Wound Ostomy - Registered Nurse to join our Wound Care team!Our ideal nurse would have WOCN board certification as well as a BSN (however, all applicants with experience will be considered).This position would cover either the Biddeford or Sanford wound locations with a clinical schedule of weekdays. Summary The Registered Nurse - Wound Ostomy Care - Outpatient role serves as a wound, ostomy and continence care provider. This role provides education and consultation to meet the complex needs of wound, ostomy and continence patients and their families. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Registered Professional Nurse required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. WOCN Board Certification preferred. Experience: Three years of recent acute care clinical nursing experience preferred. Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact samantha.gonzales@mainehealth.org

Other

4 days ago

Clinical Nurse (RN)- Cardiology/Cardiac Surgery (R1) New Graduates Welcome

MaineHealth Portland, ME

Description Maine Medical Center Nursing Req #: 71499 Registered Nurse – Wound Care Clinic (Per Diem, Day Shift) MaineHealth Wound Care Clinic – Portland, Maine MaineHealth Wound Care Clinic in Portland, Maine is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our growing, fast-paced team. This role provides direct, on-site patient care for individuals with a wide range of acute and chronic wound conditions. Position Details Per diem position Day shift Monday–Friday clinical setting (no weekends or nights) Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care for patients with various types of wounds Collaborate with an interdisciplinary wound care team Perform wound assessments, treatments, and patient education Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with standards of care Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maine Prior wound care experience strongly preferred Strong clinical skills, organization, and attention to detail Ability to thrive in a fast-paced outpatient clinical environment Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality wound care and improving patient outcomes. Summary The Registered Nurse II – Ambulatory Care-MH PD role uses professional nursing processes to assess the needs of patients and families calling or presenting for care in the physician office and performs a wide variety of patient care services to assist physicians/advanced practice practitioners in delivering excellent care to patients of the practice. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Registered Professional Nurse required. Current BLS certification require or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Experience: One year of RN experience required. Two years of relevant experience preferred. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Registered Nurse I - Ambulatory Care role. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact samantha.gonzales@mainehealth.org

Other

4 days ago

Lead Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator (RN)

MaineHealth Scarborough, ME

Description MaineHealth Institute for Research Nursing Req #: 76029 Summary This position is for someone interested in joining a hands-on team at theMHIR - MaineHealth Institute for Research, which is contributing to biomedical research in the area of Oncology. Our team is specifically interested in therapeutic trials, testing various combinations of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and radiation therapy.This Lead Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator will work at the direction of the Manager,Clinical Trials Office, and will be responsible forall aspects of research coordination, actively pre-screening and enrolling patients, scheduling study assessments, clinical data management, and communication with the study sponsor. This includes collaboration with thePrincipal Investigator, Program Coordinator, Study Center, and relevant MaineHealth Departments. The primary responsibilities includestudy coordination and acting as a hospital educator/resource person for studies. The primary characteristics of a successful Lead Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator include supervisory skills, attention to detail, highly organized, and excellent communication skills.This position plays a lead role in training and ongoing operations support of other Clinical Research Nurse Coordinators A hybrid work schedule from our Scarborough, Maine location is available for this position. Some reimbursed travel to trial sites in Brunswick and Rockport will be required. The MaineHealth application, a cover letter and a resume or CV are all required elements for application to this position. Learn more about the MaineHealth Institute for Researchin this short video! Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) Education: Bachelor's Degree in a health science field required. Master’s degree preferred. License/Certifications: Current applicable state license as a Registered Nurse required. Experience: Two years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting required. Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact sharon.nightingale@mainehealth.org

Hospice

Full-time

5 days ago

Hospice RN On Call After Hours 7 On 7 Off

Affinity Hospice Management LLC South Portland, ME

Job Title/Position: Oncall Registered Nurse Reports To: Clinical Supervisor JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY In a collaborated effort with the Triage Team, the Oncall RN provides after hours hospice care to patients on an as needed basis. The Oncall RN may provide routine and/or emergent PRN visits. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Patient Care Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: Writing and initiating plan of care Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload. Communication Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver. Attends interdisciplinary group meetings. Additional Duties Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and inservice classes. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Graduate of National League of Nursing accredited school of nursing. Current licensure in State and CPR certification. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of (a) one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing from a program accredited by the National League of Nursing and a current RN license. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising hospice aides. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Other

5 days ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - Vascular Surgery

MaineHealth Scarborough, ME

Description Medical Group Practices Nursing Req #: 73975 For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $10,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with up to 2 years of RN experience and $20,000 for Registered Nurses with greater than 2 years of RN work experience! Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time RN position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months’ separation from employment. We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our vascular surgery ambulatory practice. This role is ideal for a candidate with experience in wound care or someone interested in developing skills in this area. The nurse will provide hands-on patient care, assist with rooming patients, provide wound care services, perform telephone triage, and perform as a circulator and sterile scrub in our procedure room as part of a collaborative clinical team. This position offers a full-time schedule during daytime clinical office hours, Monday through Friday, with no weekends or on-call responsibilities. The schedule may be either four days (36 hours) or five days (40 hours) per week. This is an on-site role in Scarborough. Preferred is a candidate who can also cover if needed in our Lewiston location. Summary The Registered Nurse II – Ambulatory role uses professional nursing processes to assess the needs of patients and families calling or presenting for care in the physician office and performs a wide variety of patient care services to assist physicians/advanced practice practitioners in delivering excellent care to patients of the practice. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Registered Professional Nurse required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. BLS certification is not required for positions that are 100% remote. Experience: One year of RN experience required. Two years of relevant experience preferred. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Registered Nurse I - Ambulatory Care role. Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact samantha.gonzales@mainehealth.org