RN Weekend Warrior

Stillwater Health Care • Bangor, ME

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We offer specialized professional levels of care and support for residents, including Short-Stay Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Care and Long Term Careservices that are delivered by an experienced, thoughtful andprofessional staff who follow evidenced based clinical best practicesdesigned to promote health and safety and whose commitment to deliverthe highest level of care never wavers. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Stillwater Health Care follows inFirst Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in Long TermCare. Learn more about Stillwater Health Care: CLICK HERE Stillwater Health Care is an agency FREE, 63 bed center that is currently seeking a Weekend Warrior RN to work every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6 am to 6:30pm. The Weekend Warrior not only receives a premium hourly differential but also receives the traditional weekend differentials. If you are interested in working with an AMAZING group of dedicated healthcare professionals, we urge you to apply. RN Weekend Warrior 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.

Requirements

• AS or BS degree in nursing
• Must be currently registered/licensed in Maine.
• Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtainedduring orientation. CPR certification must remain current duringemployment.
• Knowledge and use of Electronic Medical Records and/orsolid computer skills
• Strong communication skills, both in writing andverbally
• Effective leadership skills and/or ability to invest ingrowing this skill
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Nice To Haves

• BLS/CPR training
• ACLS-certified

Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate, complete health care records andreports.
• Administering medications to patients and monitoringthem for side effects and reactions.
• Prescribing assistive medical devices and relatedtreatments.
• Recording patient vital signs and medical information.
• Ordering medical diagnostic and clinical tests.
• Monitoring, reporting, and recording symptoms orchanges in patient conditions.
• Administering non-intravenous medications.
• Assessing, implementing, planning, or evaluatingpatient nursing care plans by working with healthcare team members.
• Modifying patient health treatment plans as indicatedby patient conditions and responses.

Benefits

• Premium differential of $5.00 per hour for hours worked within the defined weekend time
• Traditional 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level