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

About the role

R2 is a high-paced, acute-care 37-bed medical telemetry unit at Maine Medical Center that specializes in providing exceptional care to a diverse and complex adult medical patient population, with a particular focus on stroke patients. The unit is recognized by the Joint Commission as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and the clinical nursing team is dedicated to delivering high-quality care to these patients.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and implement care plans for patients based on clinical judgment and evidence-based practice.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and families, adapting care to meet their current health states and learning abilities.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure clear understanding and adherence to care plans.
• Identify and respond to changes in patient conditions, initiating appropriate actions as needed.

Requirements

• Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Maine.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Basic knowledge of the research base, theory, practices, principles, and processes of professional nursing.
• Experience caring for stroke patients and telemetry experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Basic interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Analytical ability to identify patient needs, risks, and interventions.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

Maine Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being and financial stability. This includes:

• Paid parental leave.
• A flexible work policy.
• Student loan assistance.
• Training and education opportunities.
• Well-being resources for you and your family.

Pay

The pay for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time night shift opportunity consisting of 3, 12-hour shifts per week.

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