Registered Nurse- Office - Diabetes-Endocrinology Clinic

Registered Nurse
- Office - Diabetes-Endocrinology Clinic - 95123

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center |US:

ME:

Bangor | Nursing- RN | Full Time

Salary range-  USD

The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, such as differentials, incentive programs and benefits.

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Bangor, ME

Position is located: 925 Union Street

Work Type:

Full Time

Work Schedule:7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Salary Range: $29.68 - $45.55

Exempt:
No

*** Sign On Bonus Available***

Summary
:

Provide nursing care in physician practices, duties can vary by practice specialty. Carry out instructions provided by clinical coordinator(s), clinical supervisors and Director, Clinical Services of Physician Practices.

Responsibilities
:

• Is a complementary member of the health care team.
• Demonstrates professionalism as well as respect, honesty, dignity, and carrying behaviors for the patient/family and all members of the health care team.
• Seeks and engages in processes that improved clinical outcomes and cost savings.
• Works to enhance the delivery of quality cost-effective care.
• Demonstrates effective and courteous Customer, Physician/Practice Staff, and other hospital staff communication skills.
• Answers all calls promptly and courteously.
• Responds to and resolves issues promptly through effective communications.
• Uses appropriate chain of command.
• Feedback is provided in a constructive manner.
• Participates in internal and external problem-solving groups as requested.
• Assists in the provision of timely health care delivery to achieve optimal quality and financial outcomes.
• Adheres to established organization policies and procedures to include, but not limited to HIPAA regulations, Code of Conduct, etc., as per IDD/PCD policies.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with the basic principles and guidelines of professional nursing.
• Reports variance from expected outcomes and communicates changes in patient's conditions to the provider in a timely manner.
• Mandatory in‑services - 100% compliance of iCARE (complete annually at least 7 days prior to evaluation). Employee Updates and any other in‑services/meetings and training as assigned.
• Maintains RN licensure in accordance with Maine State Board of Nursing. Maintains current BCLS certification.
• Participates in multidisciplinary committee work that relates to unit practice.
• Responsible for completing clinical staff competency training.
• Performs and documents results of point of care testing and appropriate interventions.
• In‑service/teaches staff about new policies/procedures and patient care standards if requested.
• Demonstrates correct technique in the use of equipment according to specific product information and policy and procedure manuals.
• Follows appropriate procedure for obtaining and returning/cleaning/disposing of equipment and supplies.
• Is responsible for unit cleanliness and maintaining a neat and safe environment.
• Administers and documents medications according to nursing policy and procedure following the 5 Rights:
  1. Right Patient.
  2. Right Medication.
  3. Right Time.
  4. Right Route.
  5. Right Dose.
• Immunizations are scheduled and administered according to practice guidelines and documented.
• Performs and documents results of blood glucose monitoring and appropriate interventions.
• Ensures sterile technique(s) are maintained. Patient and room are ready when the provider arrives. Consent is signed and available. Time out performed if required.
• Room and supplies are processed according to Infection Control policies.
• Specimens are labeled in…