What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - 38411844 position at MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital?
Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg Telemetry
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Med/Surg Telemetry for a night shift position. This role is essential for providing high-quality patient care in a challenging and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
This position requires night shift availability. Flexibility in scheduling is essential to meet the needs of the unit.
Additional Information
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Med/Surg Telemetry for a night shift position. This role is essential for providing high-quality patient care in a challenging and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver patient-centered nursing care in the Med/Surg Telemetry unit.
- Monitor patients' vital signs and telemetry readings, responding to any changes or emergent situations.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments as per protocol and physician orders.
- Educate patients and their families regarding health conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
- Document patient progress and care activities in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Float to other units as needed to ensure adequate staffing and patient care coverage.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Med/Surg or telemetry setting.
- Proficient in using EMR systems.
- Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Willingness to review candidates with a pending state license.
This position requires night shift availability. Flexibility in scheduling is essential to meet the needs of the unit.
Additional Information
- Scrub colors and dress code will be communicated during the onboarding process.
- Parking arrangements will also be provided upon hiring.