Registered Nurse (RN) - 13 Week Temporary Assignment - Float Pool/Central Staffing

Summary

This is a Full time, Short Term Temporary position - 13 weeks in duration. This position is not eligible for benefits. Salary commensurate with that of a Travel assignment.

This is a one time, 13 week assignment. Incumbents are eligible to apply for regular employment with a MaineHealth Entity following completion of assignment, if position matching skill sets is available.

To be eligible for consideration

• Must be separated from a MaineHealth facility for greater than 6 months.
• A minimum three years acute care experience with one year critical care experience required.

Position Summary (The hours for this position will consist of 36 hours per week)

The Central Staffing Float Pool offers a unique opportunity for experienced Registered Nurses to expand their knowledge base and sharpen their skill set. Nurses are given the opportunity to train on an array of units at Pen Bay Medical Center. The assortment of floors and units assigned to will provide an opportunity to practice in various clinical areas throughout the hospital. A nurse working in the Central Staffing Float Pool must possess the ability to think quickly on their feet, with remarkable adaptability and critical thinking expertise. Having the ability to transition between departments including but not limited to medical-surgical, critical care, inpatient behavioral health and emergency is a must when working in Central Staffing.

The Registered Nurse provides high quality patient and family centered care; in accordance with the scope of practice defined the Maine State Board of Nursing. Through collaboration, delegation and communication with members of the healthcare team, the Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers care to a diverse population without discrimination in assigned areas. The Registered Nurse supports the mission, vision and values MaineHealth.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing.
2. License/Certifications: Current License as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maine; Current BLS Certification. ACLS and PALS preferred.
3. Experience: A minimum three years acute care experience with one year critical care experience required. Ability to float and work within a variety of hospital inpatient settings and the emergency department.
4. As required by department, including Annual Electronic Fetal Monitoring competency for any RN assisting Laboring Women