Registered Nurse RN - Medical Surgical

Summary
For a limited time MaineHealth is offering up to $10,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with 1-2 years of experience and $20,000 for experienced Registered Nurses with greater than 2 years of experience!
Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time RN position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.
Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.
• This opportunity includes comprehensive benefits,

relocation

allowance,

competitive

salary and much more.*
Join our dedicated team of professionals and experience the opportunity to use your specialized knowledge to make a meaningful difference in the health and quality of life of our patients. Western Maine Health is committed to providing health care services and education to the communities we serve. Stephens Memorial Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital, fostering a culture of clinical excellence and open, caring acceptance - and we take pride in our family atmosphere and values. When you join Western Maine Health, you become part of a family offering exceptional care in a beautiful, rural setting amid a wealth of year-round outdoor recreational activities.
Position Summary

The Registered Nurse coordinates total nursing care for patients ranging in age from infants to the elderly, as appropriate to discipline. Participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other members of the health care team in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (

KSAs

)
Education: N/A
License/Certifications:

Active RN license. RQI BLS Certification within first 30 days of employment. Other certifications specific to department policies may be required.
Experience:

N/A
Knowledge of nursing processes; structure and functions
Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation and terminology requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other staff
Skill in time management, problem-solving, multitasking, prioritizing and medical care coordination
Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages and injections and measure results
Ability to respond the changing workload based on patient census and to direct, supervise and evaluate care in order to individualize nursing care provided to patients
Ability to maintain professional manner even under stressful situations
Proficient computer skills