Infusion/Oncology RN

Covenant Health • Lewiston, ME

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The RN is an essential member of the Patient Care Team responsible for delivering direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in all areas of the unit. The RN delegates those interventions that can be performed by others, supervises as appropriate, assists in maintaining a safe environment for the rendering of effective nursing care, provides education to patients, and families, and collaborates with other health professionals in the planning and management of health care.

Requirements

• Basic Dysrhythmia, IV insertion/ care, wound care, PICC lines, and foley care may be some of the skills required in an inpatient behavioral unit.
• Current Maine RN license required.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Graduate of an approved Nursing program required.

Nice To Haves

• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training preferred or obtained before completion of orientation

Responsibilities

• Delivering direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in all areas of the unit.
• Delegating interventions that can be performed by others and supervising as appropriate.
• Assisting in maintaining a safe environment for effective nursing care.
• Providing education to patients and families.
• Collaborating with other health professionals in the planning and management of health care.

Benefits

• Covenant Health Mission Statement We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities. Our Core Values: Compassion We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering. Integrity We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources. Collaboration We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities. Excellence We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree