Emergency Dept Registered Nurse (RN) - Waterville and Augusta, 36 hrs/wk
MaineGeneral Health System
Summary
MaineGeneral Health is seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN to join our team and make a difference for patients in both Waterville and Augusta. This is a 36-hour-per-week position with weekend and holiday rotation. This position requires you to work at both the Thayer Center for Health in Waterville and the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta, with shifts assigned at each location. You'll be cross-trained to work in both Emergency Departments and gain experience across two clinical settings.
Job description
Job Summary
MaineGeneral Health is seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN to join our team and make a difference for patients in both Waterville and Augusta. This is a 36-hour-per-week position with weekend and holiday rotation. This position requires you to work at both the Thayer Center for Health in Waterville and the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta, with shifts assigned at each location. You'll be cross-trained to work in both Emergency Departments and gain experience across two clinical settings.
The Role: Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN)
- Provides direct patient care to patients in the Emergency Department using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.
What You'll Do
- Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans based on patient assessment to optimize outcomes and maximize available resources. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
- Triages and prioritizes patient care based on acuity level and available resources. Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
- Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
- Effectively delegates patient care to ancillary personnel. May precept student nurses and new hires.
What You'll Bring
- Active Maine RN licensure or the ability to obtain Maine licensure promptly
- At least 2 years of RN experience, preferred
- Prior/recent RN experience working in an ER environment, strongly preferred
- Preferred certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, MOAB, and TNCC
- Strong assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and prioritization skills
- The ability to remain calm, adaptable, and patient-focused in a fast-paced environment
Requirements
- Active Maine RN licensure or ability to obtain Maine licensure promptly
- At least 2 years of RN experience, preferred
- Prior/recent RN experience in an ER environment, strongly preferred
- Preferred certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, MOAB, TNCC
- Strong assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and prioritization skills
- Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and patient-focused in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Earned Time Program
- Student Loan Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) Matching
- 401(a) Retirement Plan
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Shift Differentials
- Parental Leave
- Payactiv
Company overview
MaineGeneral Health System is Maine's third largest healthcare system, serving the greater Kennebec Valley region with comprehensive medical services. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Augusta, Maine, the organization employs approximately 5,000 healthcare professionals across Central Maine. As a leading community healthcare provider, MaineGeneral operates multiple medical facilities including the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta and the Thayer Center for Health in Waterville. The system offers a wide range of specialized services including orthopedics, cancer care, women's health, primary care, surgical services, emergency medicine, and rehabilitation. With an annual revenue of approximately $675 million, MaineGeneral is committed to clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and community health improvement. The organization's mission focuses on enhancing the health of local residents through accessible, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational efficiency. MaineGeneral Health plays a vital role in Maine's healthcare landscape, providing essential medical services to a diverse patient population across multiple counties.