Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN)--Per Diem
About The Position
MaineGeneral is seeking a Registered Nurse to join 3 South, its inpatient behavioral health unit at the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta. The unit was designed in collaboration with staff and patients to support safe, innovative, and supportive care. This is a per-diem position with variable shifts and 0 scheduled weekly hours. The RN plans, implements, and evaluates patient care based on assessments to optimize outcomes and use available resources effectively. The role includes monitoring and communicating patient condition, coordinating care across disciplines, educating patients and families, and delegating care needs to ancillary personnel. The RN may also precept student nurses and new hires.
Requirements
- Active Maine RN license, or ability to obtain one promptly.
- Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
Nice To Haves
- One year of acute care RN experience working with this patient population.
- BLS certification.
- MOAB certification.
Responsibilities
- Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans based on patient assessments to optimize outcomes and maximize available resources.
- Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
- Collaborate across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including transfers, admissions, discharges, referrals, and spiritual or psychosocial support needs.
- Evaluate patient and/or family learning needs and provide education appropriate to their age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
- Delegate and communicate patient care needs effectively to ancillary personnel.
- May precept student nurses and new hires.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Wellness programs and resources.
- Earned time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- 403(b) retirement plan with company matching contributions; the posting also describes eligible employees receiving up to 2% of eligible pay in 403(b) matching contributions plus another 2% in the 401(a) retirement income plan.
- Professional development, learning resources, and advancement opportunities.
- Potential student loan reimbursement assistance.
- Shift differentials of up to an additional $7 per hour for select shifts.
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members.
- Payactiv access to wages earned before payday.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
