What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN DYP-$15k Sign-on Bonus position at Covenant Health?
Sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for eligible candidates (new hires only).
JOB SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse at D'Youville Pavilion is an essential member of the patient care team, responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in all areas of the unit. The RN will be responsible for assessing patients on admission and throughout their stay, developing and periodically updating the individualized, multidisciplinary plans of care, reviewing discharge plans/instructions with patients/families, and documenting a discharge summary. They would administer medications, IV therapy, blood, and its components according to established clinical standards and policies.
3 East is a 31-bed specialized unit, working with Alzheimer's/dementia residents, and tailoring care to meet their needs. Key aspects of this unit are the use of both verbal and non-verbal communication techniques, understanding the difficult behaviors that are sometimes associated with residents that have Alzheimer's/Dementia, as well as understanding that these behaviors can be valid communications. It provides needed care to those residents needing long-term placement in a home-like environment.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
- Associates Degree in Nursing Required
- Valid State of Maine RN license required
- BLS certification required
EXPERIENCE
At least 1-year previous experience preferred, but not required
OTHER SKILLS REQUIRED
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills required
- Highly organized
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to handle multiple priorities
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
•Compassion
We show respect, caring, and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable, and suffering.
•Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior and responsibly steward our human, financial, and environmental resources.
•Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue, and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
•Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
