Post Surgical / Ortho

*** Maine Residents must be outside of a 50 mile radius of the Hospital**** Medical exemptions will not be considered for the COVID Vaccine**Medical Surgical / Post Surgical CoverageThe Registered Nurse is an essential member of the patient care team, responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in all areas of the Post Surgical unit. They will assess patients on admission and throughout the stay, involving patients and their caregivers in the plan development and updating as necessary throughout stay. The RN will be required to administer IV medications, IV therapy, blood and its components according to clinical standards and policies.JOB REQUIREMENTSEducation:Associate's degree in nursing requiredMust have valid State of Maine RN licenseBLS certification required"Staff must be trained and able to demonstrate competency in the application of restraints, implementation of seclusion, monitoring, assessment, and providing care for a patient in restraint or seclusion." to ensure competency has been validated by the agency employing the staff memberExperience:1 year previous nursing experience preferredOther Skills Required:Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills requiredFlexibility required to provide coverage 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.

Shift: Days 7a-7p

Specialty Type: Nursing

Sub Specialties: Orthopedic