Triage Registered Nurse; RN - Gardiner Family Medicine; Per Diem

Job Description Summary

As a registered nurse (RN) at Gardiner Family Medicine, you will play a crucial role in facilitating healthcare services and ensuring patient well‑being. You will help manage chronic conditions, coordinate health screenings, and assist with medical procedures. Your responsibilities also involve telephone triage, appointment scheduling, and responding to emergencies, all contributing to comprehensive patient care within the community.

Location:

Gardiner, ME

Hours:

Per Diem

Shift: Days (M-F)

Job Exempt:
No

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

0

• Elicits questions, concerns, and information from the caller to assess symptoms, determine acuity, identify appropriate algorithm/protocol, and develop a treatment plan.
• Provides professional advice, education, and options based on assessment, established algorithm/protocol, and clinical judgment.
• When appropriate, dispatches appropriate discipline personnel or emergency response units.
• Provides referrals to healthcare providers and community resources when appropriate, including locations, hours, and contact information.
• Assists caller with scheduling appointments at referral sources when appropriate.
• Performs administrative duties to coordinate patient care, including data collection, answering phones, scheduling tests/procedures and appointments, calling in prescriptions, and determining insurance coverage.
• Documents calls, responses, and referrals.
• Performs follow‑up calls to evaluate the effectiveness of care and the need for additional care.

• Active Maine RN licensure or ability to obtain same in a timely fashion.
• 1 year of RN experience preferred; previous practice experience helpful.
• Strong assessment skills, especially over the phone.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Proven and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Ability to react calmly, objectively, and effectively in emergency situations.

• Generous Earned Time Program.
• Student loan reimbursement potential for RNs.
• Continuing Education Opportunities/Tuition Reimbursement.
• Growth opportunities within the organization.
• Dedication to employee safety, wellness, and work/life balance.
• Physical wellness programs and resources.
• Emotional wellness through Employee Assistance Program.
• Financial wellness: advance previous wages, Payactiv, and retirement contributions.
• Career mobility and leadership‑supported programs.

Maine General is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/Vet/Disability. Assistive technologies are available. Application assistance for those requesting reasonable accommodation is available by contacting HR at (207) 861‑3440. Maine General participates in E‑Verify. EEO is Law.