Nursing School New Graduate

Northern Light Health; Ellsworth (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital in Ellsworth, ME, seeks a Nursing- New Graduate for a full-time role in the Emergency Department. The position provides orientation with a registered nurse preceptor, rotating 12-hour shifts across days, nights, weekends, and holidays, plus clinical exposure in Med/Surg, ED, and OR settings.

Post-NCLEX pathways and wage structures are outlined; pre-NCLEX earn $25/hr, post-NCLEX up to $36.81/hr, with comprehensive benefits under Northern Light Health.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of nursing program and NCLEX eligibility.
• Orientation with RN preceptor including 12-hour shifts (days, nights, weekends, holidays).
• Nursing documentation and skills taught during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Complete nursing program requirements and obtain authorization to test.
• Be paired with a RN preceptor for orientation.
• Rotate through Med/Surg, Emergency Department and OR for clinical exposure.

Skills

Nursing basics

New graduate friendly

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital |US:ME:Ellsworth | Nursing- New Graduates | Full Time

Salary range- 22.30-34.22 USD

Description

The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, such as differentials, incentive programs and benefits.

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital

Department:Emergency Department

Position is located: Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital

Work Type:Full Time

Salary Range : Pre-NCLEX: $25.00/hr, Post-NCLEX: $36.81/hr.

Exempt: No

Summary:

Upon completion of the nursing program and receipt of the authorization to test, The Nursing School New Graduate will be paired with a Registered Nurse (RN) for orientation. Orientation will consist of rotating 12 hour shifts, days, nights, weekends and holidays. Hospital orientation and any nursing documentation/skills will also be completed. Orientation will consist approximately 12 weeks of direct nursing care within the Med/Surg unit with rotations of approximately 60 hours to the Emergency Department and Operating Rooms for clinical familiarization. The NSNG will always be assigned a RN preceptor.

Responsibilities:

Other Information:

Competencies and Skills

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation.
• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Education

• Required Associate's Degree

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to abusive and/or aggressive people.
• Potential exposure to diseases or infections.
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials.
• Lifting, moving and loading less than 20 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of sitting.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Prolonged periods of walking.

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital in Ellsworth, Maine is a full-service hospital, serving both Hancock and western Washington Counties. Our 64-bed facility provides emergency, primary and specialty care, acute inpatient, diagnostic, birthing, and surgical services. At Maine Coast Hospital, we dedicate ourselves to providing exceptional medical care with the personal touch and convenience only a community hospital can offer. Maine Coast has earned both national and state recognition for patient safety, outcomes, and patient satisfaction. Maine Coast Hospital is a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system that is raising the bar with no-nonsense solutions that are leading the way to a healthier future for our state . Northern Light Health offers a broad range of services, including nine hospitals, primary care and specialty physician practices, long-term care, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport.

The Ellsworth community is a short drive to the scenic Maine coast and is near Acadia National Park with mountains and exceptional year-round recreation including hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, boating, skiing, golf, and more. Our neighborhoods are safe, friendly, and have outstanding schools. Enjoy the best of both worlds, practicing at a smaller community hospital in one of the most beautiful places in Maine while having the support of a large healthcare system.

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Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.