Registered Nurse- Coronary Care Unit
About The Position
Central Maine Medical Center is hiring a Registered Nurse for its Coronary Care Unit (CCU) in Lewiston, Maine. The role provides direct care to adult patients in an acute care environment, including cardiac monitoring and response to changes in patient condition. New graduate and experienced registered nurses are encouraged to apply. This is a full-time night-shift position with 12-hour shifts, scheduled three shifts per week. The pay range is $36.00–$49.16 per hour. A sign-on bonus may be available for qualified candidates: up to $20,000 for registered nurses with at least two consecutive years of RN experience, or up to $10,000 for new graduate registered nurses. Eligibility and payout terms apply and are discussed during the interview process. The organization describes opportunities for career growth and advancement, supportive leadership, collaborative care teams, and a modern acute care environment. The hiring process is described as an application, a 15-minute recruiter prescreen, one hiring-manager interview, and a hiring decision. Central Maine Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package with resources, programs, and voluntary options intended to let staff customize benefits to their needs. The exact starting compensation is determined during applicant selection based on factors including skills, applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure.
Requirements
- Current and valid state RN license.
- Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintained thereafter.
- Current ACLS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintained thereafter.
- Basic arrhythmia interpretation within 30 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Previous acute care hospital experience.
- Ventilator management experience.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care to adults in the Coronary Care Unit, including monitoring cardiac status and implementing interventions.
- Apply the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
- Monitor cardiac readings and vital signs, and respond to changes in patient condition.
- Communicate promptly with physicians and healthcare teams about clinical changes, diagnostic results, and symptoms.
- Educate patients and families about cardiac disease processes, treatments, and care plans.
- Supervise and collaborate with other nursing personnel while maintaining CCU standards of care.
- Accurately document care, interventions, and patient observations while maintaining patient privacy and HIPAA compliance.
- Respond effectively to emergencies and rapid changes in patient condition.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus for qualified candidates, subject to eligibility and payout terms.
- Comprehensive benefits package with resources, programs, and voluntary options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
