Clinical Nurse (RN) - Medical Telemetry/Stroke Care Unit (R2)

MaineHealth; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse to join their dynamic team in a fast-paced medical telemetry unit. This role focuses on delivering exceptional patient care, particularly for stroke patients, while upholding the highest nursing standards. You will be part of a collaborative environment that values communication and problem-solving among healthcare professionals. With a commitment to professional growth and ongoing education, this position offers a supportive setting for you to thrive in your nursing career. If you are passionate about patient-centered care and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Policies

Student Loan Assistance

Training and Education Resources

Well-being Resources

Qualifications

• Must matriculate to a BSN within one year of hire.
• Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in Maine.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessment, diagnosis, and planning of nursing care.
• Deliver care across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Caring Nursing Practice

Crisis Management

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Job description

Description

Nursing
Req #: 27140

This is a bargaining unit position.

Job Posting Date: 3/19/2025

R2 is a high-paced, acute 37-bed medical telemetry unit that provides exceptional care to a diverse and complex adult medical patient population, with a focus on Stroke patients. MMC is recognized by the Joint Commission as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and the R2 team is proud to be integral in caring for this patient population.

Our clinical nursing team includes bright, innovative professionals committed to upholding the highest nursing and care standards. Nurses, patient care technicians, and CNAs on the team demonstrate strong analytical skills to identify patient needs, risks, and interventions. We provide excellent customer service to patients and families at their current health states and learning abilities. As a team, we exemplify exceptional communication skills, effectively interacting and problem-solving with healthcare professionals, hospital administration, patients, and families.

This is a per diem day shift opportunity.

Position Summary

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

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is preferred. Must matriculate to a BSN within one year of hire, completing the degree within five years.
• License/Certifications: Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in Maine.
• Experience: Meets all requirements of Clinical Nurse I. Completion of Level I usually achieved within 12 months. Experience caring for stroke patients is preferred. Telemetry experience is strongly preferred.
• Evidence of 10 hours of ongoing education per year.
• Demonstrates caring nursing practice and promotes a healing environment for patients and families.
• Possesses the knowledge and technical skills to care for most patient populations on the unit.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Ability to identify potential crisis situations and initiate appropriate actions.
• In accordance with the Clinical Nursing Advancement Program, a Clinical Nurse II may choose to remain at Level II rather than 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 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 dedicated 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, collaborative setting, apply today.

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