RN Weekend Warrior
About The Position
An every weekend scheduling option to RNs newly hired in the Nursing department on a limited basis. Employees must make a commitment to enroll in the program for twenty-six (26) consecutive weekends (six months). During this period, the employee will be scheduled to work a minimum of three (3) twelve (12) hour shifts per weekend. For the purpose of defining this program, the "weekend" begins on Friday at 6:30am and ends on Monday evening at 7:00pm. May take 2 (non-consecutive) weekends off during the 26 weekend contract. We are looking for a registered nurse to join our nursing staff in providing excellent health care to our residents. Your duty of caring for the residents coming into our facility include tasks like creating and maintaining accurate patient records, administering medication and monitoring for side effects, recording vital signs, and reporting symptoms and changes in patient conditions. A bachelor's degree in nursing and a state license are essential requirements for consideration. You will also need to be trained in BLS/CPR and be ACLS-certified. A professional, friendly attitude and effective communication skills are keys to becoming successful in this role. What you will receive as a First Atlantic HealthCare Weekend Warrior Employee A premium differential of $5.00 per hour will be paid for hours actually worked within the defined weekend time. This premium is in addition to any and all weekend differentials. Comprehensive benefits for full time, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability Flexible Savings Account, including medical dependent care Paid time off 401(k) Retirement savings program with employer contribution Tuition reimbursement and education support to grow your career with us As part of a strong clinical team, providing amazing care and support to our Residents, we invest in your future and allow for the ability to grow and build a career in healthcare with us.
Requirements
- AS or BS degree in nursing
- Must be currently registered/licensed in Maine.
- Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
- Knowledge and use of Electronic Medical Records and/or solid computer skills
- Strong communication skills, both in writing and verbally
- Effective leadership skills and/or ability to invest in growing this skill
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Responsibilities
- Maintaining accurate, complete health care records and reports.
- Administering medications to patients and monitoring them for side effects and reactions.
- Prescribing assistive medical devices and related treatments.
- Recording patient vital signs and medical information.
- Ordering medical diagnostic and clinical tests.
- Monitoring, reporting, and recording symptoms or changes in patient conditions.
- Administering non-intravenous medications.
- Assessing, implementing, planning, or evaluating patient nursing care plans by working with healthcare team members.
- Modifying patient health treatment plans as indicated by patient conditions and responses.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits for full time, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability
- Flexible Savings Account, including medical dependent care
- Paid time off
- 401(k) Retirement savings program with employer contribution
- Tuition reimbursement and education support to grow your career with us
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
