Behavioral Health RN: Inpatient Care & Growth

MaineGeneral Medical Center; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 48,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential up to $7/hr

Wellness benefits (health, dental, vis

Parental leave

Earned time off

Retirement plan

Student loan reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta, ME, is seeking a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse to join the 3 South inpatient unit at the Alfond Center for Health. This state-of-the-art unit focuses on compassionate, patient‑ and family‑centered care in a supportive environment.

As part of a multidisciplinary team you will plan, implement, and evaluate care, monitor patient status, coordinate transfers and discharges, and educate patients and families.

Qualifications

• Maine RN license required or ability to obtain promptly.
• 1 year acute care RN experience with this patient population preferred.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.
• BLS and MOAB preferred.
• Strong critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to operate in a high-stress healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans based on assessments.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition.
• Coordinate care across disciplines for transfers, admissions, and discharges.
• Educate patient and family appropriate to age and culture.
• Delegate care needs to ancillary staff effectively.
• Precept student nurses and new hires when needed.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Work with minimal supervision

Education

Maine RN license

Tools

BLS certification

MOAB certification

Job description

MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta, ME, is seeking a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse to join the 3 South inpatient unit at the Alfond Center for Health. This state-of-the-art unit focuses on compassionate, patient‑ and family‑centered care in a supportive environment.

As part of a multidisciplinary team you will plan, implement, and evaluate care, monitor patient status, coordinate transfers and discharges, and educate patients and families.