Registered Nurse (New Grads Welcome!)

Job Description

Job Description

Bonus Offer: $15,000 Sign-On Bonus for Eligible Candidates. Terms and conditions apply, with specifics discussed during the interview.

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 collaboratively with physicians and the healthcare team, guide patient and family education, oversee nursing staff, and ensure that CCU care standards, patient safety, and confidentiality are upheld at all times.

We encourage new graduate RNs to apply, offering a comprehensive residency program, practical training, and dedicated mentorship to enhance confidence and clinical abilities.

• New Graduate Residency Program
• Ongoing skills training and education
• Opportunities for career advancement

Our organization is an integrated healthcare system serving around 400,000 residents in central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of over 40 primary and specialty care facilities. This includes a 250-bed, non-profit regional referral hospital that features the region's sole Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic outpatient surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. Additionally, it serves as the base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's exclusive medical helicopter service.

We also operate Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two critical access hospitals that provide vital healthcare services to rural communities in Maine.

As part of our dedication to healthcare education and workforce development, we host the Maine College of Health Professions, the state's first nursing and medical imaging institution. This private, non-profit school is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays a crucial role in preparing future healthcare professionals.

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 activity, 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 conditions, treatment options, and care plans.
• Supervise and collaborate with nursing staff, ensuring adherence to CCU care standards.
• Accurately document all care, interventions, and patient observations while ensuring patient privacy and HIPAA compliance.
• Respond efficiently to emergencies and rapid changes in patient conditions.

Qualifications:

Education, Experience, and Training:

• Must possess a current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certification required upon hire and must be maintained.
• ACLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained.
• Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation certification required 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.

Employment Status: Full Time

Shift: Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Our organization is committed to equal employment opportunities. We prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (as applicable), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws. Harassment based on any of these protected categories is also strictly prohibited.

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