What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthopedic RN position at St. Mary's Health Care System?
Hours: A variety of hours for per diem and full time
JOB SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse is an essential member of the patient care team who is responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in all assigned areas. The RN will be required to assess patients upon admission using appropriate interview techniques to obtain past medical history, current medical status, vital signs, lab work, x-rays, and other diagnostic tests. They will be involved in the planning and implementation of a written care plan under the direction of a Physician.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- 2-year Associates degree or diploma from a 3-year Nursing program required
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Must possess a valid State of Maine RN license
- BLS/ACLS/PALS certification required
- 1 year of previous nursing experience preferred
- Medical terminology required
- Excellent mathematical and analytical skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
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).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Per diem
Pay: From $35.84 per hour
Medical Specialty:
- Orthopedics
Physical Setting:
- Acute care
Work Location: In person
Salary : $36
