JOB SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse on the Cardiac Telemetry unit 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: Cardio-Pulmonary, dialysis, oncology, and all general med/surgical patients treated on the unit. The RN will delegate those interventions which may be performed by others, assist as appropriate, assist in maintaining a safe environment for the rendering of effective nursing care, provide education to patients and families, and collaborate with other health professionals in the planning and management of health care.

C2 is a fast-paced, 31-bed unit, serving a primarily geriatric population.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• Associate degree in Nursing (or 3-year Diploma) required, Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Must possess a valid State of Maine RN license

• BLS certification required

• ACLS must be obtained within one year of hire

• Must attend telemetry course during orientation

  EXPERIENCE

• 1-year previous nursing experience preferred

  OTHER SKILLS REQUIRED

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills required

• Responsible, supportive team player

  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).