Registered Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) - Coronary Care Unit (CCU)

Location: Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston, ME

Employment Type: Full-time | Night Shifts | 7 PM – 7 AM | 12-Hour Shifts

The CCU Registered Nurse is responsible for delivering exceptional patient care to adults experiencing cardiac issues within the Coronary Care Unit. This role involves utilizing the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—to monitor cardiac health, react to changes in patient conditions, and apply evidence-based practices. The RN will work closely with physicians and the healthcare team, provide education to patients and their families, oversee other nursing staff, and ensure that standards of care, patient safety, and confidentiality are upheld at all times.

We are excited to welcome new graduate RNs and provide a comprehensive residency program, practical training, and dedicated mentorship to enhance confidence and clinical expertise.

• New Graduate Residency Program
• Skills training and continuous education
• Opportunities for career advancement

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to adults in the CCU, including monitoring cardiac status and executing interventions.
• Utilize the nursing process: assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Monitor cardiac telemetry, vital signs, and any changes in patient conditions.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and healthcare teams regarding clinical changes, diagnostic results, and symptoms.
• Educate patients and families about cardiac diseases, treatment options, and care plans.
• Supervise and collaborate with nursing staff to maintain CCU care standards.
• Accurately document all care, interventions, and patient observations while ensuring patient privacy and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Respond efficiently to emergencies and rapid changes in patient conditions.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certification upon hire and maintain throughout employment.
• ACLS certification required within 30 days of hire and must be kept current.
• Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation certification within 30 days of hire.
• Previous experience in an acute care hospital setting is preferred.
• Experience with ventilator management is preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.

About Us

We are an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents in central, western, and Midcoastal Maine. Our facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital, and Rumford Hospital. We also support a primary and specialty care practice organization and offer various services, including a regional trauma program and a comprehensive cancer center.

Employment Status

Full-Time | Night Shift

Equal Employment Opportunity

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