Summary

Unit Bio:

The 40 bed Pre/Post unit will admit and prepare patients/families for surgical procedures including: Cardiac Procedures (TEE, catheterization, EP), Robotic Surgery (gynecology, urology, abdominal surgery), Vascular Surgery, Cardiac Surgery (adult and pediatric)

• Position Summary
  • Under the supervision of a Registered Nurses and according to defined policies and procedures, performs various service duties and technical tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting patients with basic hygiene and activities of daily living. Specific duties may vary by area of assignment. Consideration of the special needs and behaviors of specific patient populations is required.
• Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  1. Education: Participates in ongoing education relative to role as defined.
  2. License/Certifications: Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant by State of Maine and be on the State of Maine Registry.
  3. Experience: CNA experience 0-6 months. On-the-job training provided.
  4. Ability to perform simple arithmetic calculations.
  5. Interpersonal skills necessary to exchange information and maintain courteous relationship with patients, families, visitors and Medical Center employees.
  6. Ability to read, write and speak English in order to transcribe and communicate approved provider's orders at a level normally acquired through a high school education.
  7. Knowledge of standards, policies, procedures and organizational structure of the unit, the Department of Nursing, and Maine Medical Center.
• Additional Information
  MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. Learn more about our system at At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.

• *Seeking a career as a CNA but not currently on the Registry? We offer a paid Internship program! Earn while you learn - get started today!

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