Explore Maine: Nursing Adventure Awaits in Bangor!

JOB DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical - Travel - (MS RN)
StartDate: 1/28/2025 Available Shifts: 12 D Pay Rate: $1923.10 - $2119.34

SimpliFi will no longer book travel pairs on the same unit and shift regardless of relationship status. This contract is interviewed by SimpliFi. Hospital Information: Address: 489 State St., Bangor, ME 04401 Level II Trauma Center Bed: 411 General Information Beds: 21 Activities room (Meals and other Activities to promote socialization) Minimum Experience? RN and LPN: 1 year CNA: 1 year in an acute care setting required (most recent) First-time traveler? Yes Patient Types: Discharge Ready Unit A variety of patients are cared for here who are awaiting placement in the community Heavy behavioral/psych on top of LTC/SNF. Security is present on the unit due to aggressive patients Typically, non-acute – without the need for special monitoring or IV access Occasionally, patients are admitted for IV antibiotics only, but they do not receive frequent doses Mobility of patients range from independent transfer to Hoyer/2 assist Patients are cared for under a nursing home model with focus on fall prevention, skin integrity and activities Supported by activities coordinator, CNAs and expert care management staff Nursing care is less than acute level of care i.e. vital signs are once a day; full assessment is weekly Patient Ratios: Team Nursing Approach RN: Days and Nights - up to 1:9; 4 RN’s + 1 CRN (unassigned) CNA: Days and Nights - up to 1:8; goal 1:6-7 LPN: Days and Nights – up to 1:9 – future implementation – no LPN’s currently Required Certifications: RN/LPN & Tech: BLS CNA: BLS Skills required: Experience caring for Geriatrics (ideal candidate would have SNF or LTAC experience) RN: Charge experience, dressing changes, IV antibiotic administration (most patients will not have IV access), enteral feedings LPN: Plan of cares, medication administration (oral, IV fluids/IV antibiotics; no IV pushes or initiation of high-risk meds/blood products – can monitor high risk meds after RN initiation), inserting peripheral IV (with met competency), dressing changes, central line flushes, wound care, vital signs, ADLs Daily Responsibilities: RN: 0600 or 1800 med pass for most meds, there may be meds due at other times Dressing changes Straight caths (some patients straight cath themselves) Charting: Med scanning Daily nursing notes to include the following (1 per shift per patient – 10 total): Activities they participated in during that shift Behavioral Notes Overall impressions VS as ordered (most often weekly or PRN if they have BP issues) CNA: Daily ADL charting Meal intakes Passing trays Activities Ambulation Getting patients to/from activities and meals Weekly showers/shower schedule LPN: See required skills Support on the Unit: CNA (1:6-7 ratio) Charge nurse – typically unassigned Activities support person Social Worker (two dedicated to unit) Case Manager Phlebotomy? For peripheral blood draws only House Supervisor, 24/7 RT, 24/7 in house Hospitalist, 24/7 PT/OT/ST – dayshift only Charting System/Equipment: Cerner Alaris Pyxis Floating: LPN: unlikely, but to other like units, such as rehab, if needed RN: to any other area within their scope of practice CNA: only if overstaffed a shift – could float to any area within their scope Orientation: 2 Days Hospital orientation 1 shift on the unit Scheduling: Weekend rotation: Every other Will they be on call? If so, what is that schedule? No call Holiday Expectations: varies, as needed Approval of time off? To go through manager Other notes? Scrub Color: RN: Any color, must be professional CNA: Any color, must be professional No acrylic nails allowed No crocs shoes allowed Parking: Free in designated areas

Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse, MS

ABOUT THE FACILITY
Featuring 411 beds, this medical center has 450 physicians and offers specialty and intensive services. This facility provides outreach clinics to many local hospitals in the region, allowing easier access for patients and supporting the role of those hospitals in their communities. In addition, the facility features a statewide medical helicopter service that transports critically ill and injured patients.

FACILITY LOCATION
Bangor is the major commercial and cultural center for eastern and northern Maine. The City is located in the heart of Maine and looked upon as being Maine's “Queen City” ever since 1834. Residents and visitors alike can benefit from the best of both worlds: a clean and friendly city that captures all the excitement, opportunity and activity, with shpping centers and cafes that are easy to access.

JOB BENEFITS
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

* Competitive pay rates
* Free, quality, private housing
* Medical, Dental, Vision
* 401(k) and Flex Spending
* Life Insurance
* Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
* Free Continuing Education
* Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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Registered Nurse, MS