Northern Light Health - South Portland, ME
posted about 2 months ago
- Entry Level
South Portland, ME
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About the position
Northern Light Home Care & Hospice is a non-profit organization providing direct, personalized care throughout Maine - from South Portland to Fort Kent. We are committed to making visits to those at home who are recovering from illness and surgery and have added Hospice and other programs to help those who prefer to spend their remaining days in the comfort of their own home. We continue with public health nursing by offering immunization clinics, adult health clinics, and education and awareness events for all ages. New grad nurse opportunities available to provide career development and mentorships.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in home settings.
- Educate and work 1:1 with patients in their home.
- Apply nursing skills in specialty programs for COPD, Heart Failure, Diabetes, Stroke, Post Surgical, Patient Triage, and Case Management.
- Collaborate with a team of nurses, therapists, certified nurse's aides, and social workers.
- Make in-home visits to patients, contributing to a high volume of care.
- Utilize innovative technology to support patient care.
Requirements
- Current license to drive in the state of Maine.
- Reliable transportation and agency required auto liability insurance.
- Degree, Certificate or Licensure for position required as applicable.
- BLS Training Provided.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in home care or hospice settings.
- Previous nursing experience in specialty programs.
Benefits
- Sign-on Bonus for eligible positions.
- Generous paid time off.
- Tuition repayment programs.
- Premium pay differentials for evening, night and weekend shifts.
- Wellness programs and incentives.
- Mileage reimbursement for patient related travel.
- Federal tuition reimbursement possibilities.
