About the position
The Registered Nurse I is a Registered Nurse who is a beginning professional caregiver, entering into practice and establishing a professional identity. The incumbent is responsible for the practice of nursing according to the Rules and Regulations defined in the State of Maine Nurse Practice Act, Northern Light Health Standards of Care/Practice, policies and procedures. The Registered Nurse I is responsible for the delivery of patient care to assigned patients, and for the supervision of other qualified staff to whom the Registered Nurse I has delegated patient care in the exercise of his/her independent judgment. The nurse plans and evaluates the nursing care for patients and families and exercises independent judgment in implementing care or assigning the care to other qualified staff. The nurse addresses physical, spiritual, emotional and educational needs of the patient, and coordinates the plan of care with other healthcare professionals. The incumbent performs duties and tasks in accordance with performance standards established for the job.
Responsibilities
- Provides safe and effective patient care by using best practices during hand off communication and when reporting patient care information and appropriately asks for assistance from other staff.
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills in location, operation, and care of equipment.
- Performs and documents systematic assessments according to established criteria.
- Recognizes and responds to abnormal diagnostic data and reports to appropriate provider.
- Develops and maintains a professional and personable relationship and appearance with patients/families and staff.
- Treats patients with courtesy and respect.
- Utilizes theoretical knowledge base to operationalize care.
- Documentation is accurate and complete reflecting adherence to hospital, regulatory and legal requirements.
- Completes population-specific mandatory education competencies as defined by the unit specific scope of service.
- Provides culturally competent care to patients and families.
- Provides patient centered care.
- Practice is consistent with Northern Light Health policy and procedures.
- Demonstrates awareness of evidence-based practice.
- Communicates effectively with patients, family members, and all members of the interdisciplinary team, seeking assistance for conflict resolution as needed.
- Implements the plan of care and identifies resources to meet patient care needs.
- Identifies and communicates changes in patient conditions that may impact unit staffing levels or the provision of safe patient care.
- Contributes to a healthy work environment by exhibiting professional behaviors and seeks assistance in addressing interpersonal conflicts.
- Seeks assistance from colleagues in the daily care of patients on the unit.
- Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team to maximize patient care.
- Utilizes available resources in an appropriate manner and seeks assistance when needed.
- Takes responsibility for meeting education and mandatory programs, by completing clinical evidence-based competencies and member specific competencies.
- Obtains 12 contact hours or a 3-credit professional development course or as specified by individual member organization.
- Maintains an up-to-date personal educational file to demonstrate compliance with educational requirements.
- Actively participates in the peer review process.
- Demonstrates and articulates awareness of performance improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Required Registered Nurse
- Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)
- No previous experience required.
Benefits
- $10,000 sign on bonus (minus tax) paid out incrementally.
