Staff Nurse - Medical Surgical Unit- KPO3 - 96316

Staff Nurse - Medical Surgical Unit- KPO3

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center | US:ME:Bangor | Nursing- RN | Full Time

Salary range- $38.92 - $59.40

This position is eligible for the EMMC Professional Advancement Commitment to Excellence (PACE) career ladder. The Staff Nurse is a Registered Nurse who is a beginning professional caregiver, entering into 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 Staff Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care to assigned patients, and for the supervision of other qualified staff to whom the Staff Nurse 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
• Performance Improvement
• Professional Development

Other Information:

• BLS Required.
• Must demonstrate system values and integrates them into daily organizational practice.
• Must actively support patient-centered care with sensitivity and respect for the diversity of human experience.
• Must have ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
• Must have ability to influence others' actions and decisions without express authority.

Competencies and Skills:

• Achieves Results
• Acts Strategically
• Basic Life Support
• Blood Pressure Measurement
• Demonstrates Adaptability
• Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence
• Develops Self and Others
• Effectively Communicates
• Exercises Sound Judgment & Decision Making
• Fosters Innovation
• Influences and Inspires
• IV Placement
• Obtain Vital Signs
• Promotes Health and Safety
• Provides Patient-Centered Care
• Resolves Conflict
• Serves Others
• Utilizes Resources Effectively
• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust
• Cultivates Respect
• Fosters Accountability
• Practices Compassion

Credentials:

• Required Registered Nurse

Education:

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)* 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).

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a 411-bed, regional tertiary care hospital and an American College of Surgeons-verified Level II Trauma Center. Located in Bangor, Maine, it serves as the principal referral center for a patient population of 500,000 residents across the northern two-thirds of the state. The medical center provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including advanced surgical care, neurosciences, cardiovascular medicine, oncology, and critical care.

Eastern Maine Medical Center is the base for LifeFlight of Maine, a critical care air medical transport program that conducts nearly 900 missions annually, ensuring timely access to specialized care for rural and remote communities. As a member of Northern Light Health, the medical center is part of an integrated statewide health system comprising nine hospitals, numerous primary and specialty care practices, long-term care facilities, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport services. This integrated model supports coordinated, patient-centered care across the continuum.

Eastern Maine Medical Center plays a central role in advancing clinical quality, operational efficiency, and health equity throughout the region. It is actively engaged in clinical education and serves as a training site for medical students, residents, and fellows through affiliations with academic and professional institutions.

Bangor, Maine offers a stable and supportive environment for healthcare professionals. The region is home to high-performing public and private schools, including the University of Maine's flagship campus in Orono. Bangor International Airport provides convenient commercial air service with direct and connecting flights to major US hubs. The area also offers access to a wide range of cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities, with outdoor activities available year-round in Maine's forests, lakes, mountains, and coastal regions. Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a strategic hub for clinical excellence, innovation, and community health in northern New England.

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