Staff Nurse

Description

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center | Nursing- RN | Full Time

Position is located:
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

Work Type:
Full Time

Work Schedule:

7:00 AM to 7:30 PM

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.

• Provides safe and effective patient care by using best practices during hand off communication and when reporting patient care information and appropriately asks for assistance from other staff.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills in location, operation, and care of equipment.

Department: Cardiac Unit - G4

Position is located: Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

Work Type: Full Time

Hours Per Week: 36.00

Work Schedule: 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM

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.

• Patient Safety
  • Provides safe and effective patient care by using best practices during hand off communication and when reporting patient care information and appropriately asks for assistance from other staff.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and skills in location, operation, and care of equipment.
• Clinical Assessments
  • Performs and documents systematic assessments according to established criteria.
  • Recognizes and responds to abnormal diagnostic data and reports to appropriate provide.
• Caring & Code of Conduct
  • Develops and maintains a professional and personable relationship and appearance with patients/ families and staff.
  • Treats patients with courtesy and respect.
• Critical Thinking
  • Utilizes theoretical knowledge base to operationalize care.
• Documentation
  • Documentation is accurate and complete reflecting adherence to hospital, regulatory and legal requirements.
• Population Specific Competency
  • Completes population-specific mandatory education competencies as defined by the unit specific scope of service.
  • Provides culturally competent care to patients and families.
  • Provides patient centered care.
• Evidenced Based Practice & Research
  • Practice is consistent with Northern Light…