Registered Nurse (RN) - Orthopedics - Joint Replacement

Company: Maine Health
Location: South Portland
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Maine Medical Partners has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join their growing Orthopedic practice.# The candidate selected for this position will partner with one of our top joint replacement surgeons by providing clinical support through educating patients, managing surgical schedules, triaging patient calls and rooming patients. This position offers a Monday-Friday schedule comprised of 4 nine-hour shifts and 1 half day shift. No weekends or major holidays required. Position Summary Under the direction of physicians, this position is responsible for assisting with total patient care by performing clinical duties, responding to patient telephone inquiries, and coordinating care both at the office and at outside facilities. An Ambulatory Care RN II is the competent nurse who has at least one year of professional nursing experience in acute or ambulatory care. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Education: Completion of nursing training from an accredited school of nursing. License/Certifications: Active State of Maine Nursing License or eligible for licensure. BSN preferred. Current BLS required. Experience: Minimum one year nursing experience required. Knowledge of nursing processes; health care systems, structure and functions; and community resources. Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other staff. Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing and medical care coordination. Ability to read and interpret physicians orders and notes from other providers. Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages and injections and measure results. Ability to organize and accomplish multiple tasks and to have the flexibility to meet changing demands on a daily basis. Ability to maintain a professional manner even under stressful situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Proficient computer skills. Adhere to all RN I requirements In accordance with the Ambulatory Care Nursing Advancement Program, a RN II who meets or exceeds all of the criteria and requirements at the 12 month performance evaluation date may apply for RN III designation.

Keywords: Maine Health, New England , Registered Nurse (RN) - Orthopedics - Joint Replacement, Other , South Portland, Northeast