Charge Nurse - Medical Surgical Unit - G5

Charge Nurse - Medical Surgical Unit - G5 - 87750

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Bangor, ME

Department:
Medical Surgical Unit - G5

Position is located:
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

Work Type:
Full Time

Hours Per Week: 36.00

Work Schedule:

7:00 PM to 7:30 AM

This Staff Nurse position is eligible to participate in our Professional Advancement Model which has SN, SN1, SN2 and SN3 levels.

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
• 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
• Professional Development
• Performance Improvement

• SN II / Charge Nurse is required to have a BSN and show proof of National RN Certification and renewals.

• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maine

• BLS certification is required

Required Minimum Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate system values and integrates them into daily organizational practice.

• Actively support patient-centered care with sensitivity and respect for the diversity of human experience.

• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.

• Ability to influence others' actions and decisions without express authority.

• Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, database experience and other computer related skills.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting/and or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

• May be required to work alternative shift schedules including days, evenings, nights, holidays and weekends.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.