Registered Nurse I - 88200

Registered Nurse I - 88200

Northern Light Blue Hill Hospital

Department: Emergency Department

Position is located: Northern Light Blue Hill Hospital

Work Type: PRN

Hours Per Week: No Hours Assigned

Work Schedule: Variable

Summary: The Registered Nurse I is a Registered Nurse who is a beginning professional caregiver, entering practice and establishing a professional identity. The incumbent is responsible for the practice of nursing according to the Rules and Regulations defined in the State of Maine Nurse Practice Act, Northern Light Health Standards of Care/Practice, policies, and procedures. The Registered Nurse I is responsible for the delivery of patient care to assigned patients, and for the supervision of other qualified staff to whom the Registered Nurse I has delegated patient care in the exercise of his/her independent judgment. The nurse plans and evaluates the nursing care for patients and families and exercises independent judgment in implementing care or assigning the care to other qualified staff. The nurse addresses physical, spiritual, emotional, and educational needs of the patient, and coordinates the plan of care with other healthcare professionals. The incumbent performs duties and tasks in accordance with performance standards established for the job.

Responsibilities

• Patient Safety
• Clinical Assessments
• Caring & Code of Conduct
• Critical Thinking
• Documentation
• Population Specific Competency
• Evidenced Based Practice & Research
• Leadership and Professional Conduct
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Resource Management
• Professional Development
• Performance Improvement

Other Information

• Must obtain and maintain ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification to be obtained prior to independently caring for patients and kept current.
• Clinical Skills per the Maine State Board of Nursing Scope of Practice for RNs.

Competencies and Skills

• Achieves Results
• Demonstrates Adaptability
• Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence
• Effectively Communicates
• Exercises Sound Judgment & Decision Making
• Influences and Inspires
• Promotes Health and Safety
• Provides Patient-Centered Care
• Seeks Process Improvement & Applies System Thinking
• Utilizes Resources Effectively
• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust
• Cultivates Respect
• Fosters Accountability
• Practices Compassion

Credentials

• Required Registered Nurse

Education

• Required Associate's Degree; Additional education and experience may be required according to work location.

Working Conditions

• Lifting, moving and loading 30 to 50 pounds.
• Alternate shift schedules (day, evening, nights, weekends).

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.