Clinical Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Dialysis Unit

MaineHealth; Warrington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will support the mission and values of the organization by delivering patient-centered care across various settings. You will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and implementing nursing care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. This position offers a supportive environment with a commitment to professional development and community well-being. If you are passionate about nursing and looking for a fulfilling career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Policies

Student Loan Assistance

Training and Education Resources

Well-being Resources

Qualifications

• Must enroll in a BSN program within 1 year of hire.
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Maine.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessment, diagnosis, and planning of nursing care.
• Promotes a healing environment for patients and families.

Skills

Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Dialysis Knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Description

Nursing
Req #: 14722

This is a bargaining unit position.

Job Posting Date: 1/23/2025

Position Summary

The Clinical Nurse supports Maine Medical Center's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting behaviors such as excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, patient and family-centered care, commitment to the community, and accountability. In accordance with national standards of nursing practice and the policies of Maine Medical Center and the Maine State Board of Nursing, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation of nursing care. Care delivery and coordination begin with the initial contact with the healthcare system and may continue across the continuum, including inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory, and community settings.

This Per Diem Dialysis role requires a candidate without prior Dialysis experience to complete a minimum of 24 hours of orientation per week before transitioning to per diem hours.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Must enroll in a BSN program within 1 year of hire and complete it within 5 years. Evidence of 10 hours of ongoing education per year.
2. License/Certifications: Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Maine.
3. Experience: Meets all requirements of Clinical Nurse I. Typically achieved within 12 months of employment. Critical care experience preferred. Dialysis experience strongly preferred.
4. Demonstrates caring nursing practice and promotes a healing environment for patients and families.
5. Possesses the knowledge and technical skills to care for most patient populations on the unit.
6. Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
7. Ability to identify potential crises involving patients or families and initiate appropriate actions.
8. In accordance with the Clinical Nursing Advancement Program, a Clinical Nurse II may choose to remain at Level II instead of seeking advancement to Level III.

Additional Information

With a career at MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll work with healthcare professionals who value both their colleagues and the communities they serve.

We offer benefits supporting current needs and future planning, including paid parental leave, flexible work policies, student loan assistance, training, education, and well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth is committed to investing in our care team and fostering an inclusive environment where you can thrive and reach your full potential. If you're interested in building a career in a supportive, caring environment, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Michelle L. Lefebvre at [e-mail]